Playing with Fluidity and Ease by Rena Urso
Why is it, when faced with a tricky passage in music, we grip our instruments tighter? Or, how about when
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Health & Wellness
The Caffeinated Flutist, Vol. 9: Injury Relapse by Mary Hales
Hey there, flute-trepreneurs! As some of you may know, my first full Nutcracker ballet took place this past December with
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Creating and Refining Better Habits in Your Practice Room by Rena Urso
After a relaxing break over the holiday season, I’ve returned to my practice room with renewed inspiration, enthusiasm and creativity.
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Breathe and Stretch to Maintain Your Inner Peace (and Awesomeness) During the Busiest Time of the Year! by Rena Urso
It’s a rainy day here in Todd Mission, Texas. I’m in town for two weeks, presenting Body Mapping workshops, teaching
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From Flute to Sanskrit: Karen Aoki
Karen Aoki has an interesting musical journey. Growing up in Tokyo and attending the Interlochen Arts Academy at age 15,
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The Importance of Performing Arts Health in Music Education. by Francesca Leo
Results from a 2009 study conducted by Ackermann, Kenny and Fortune revealed that 95% of highly skilled flute students suffered
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Rozalind MacPhail’s 15 Healthy Habits on the Road
1. Juice half a lemon with a tablespoon of apple cider vinegar and a teaspoon of unpasteurized honey and mix
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Music As Silence
“Transcendental Meditation is a simple, natural, effortless technique practiced 20 minutes twice each day while sitting comfortably with the eyes
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Music as Breath
“The sound of the flute is the breath of God” -Rumi The Flute View’s Viviana Guzman and Fluterscooter discussed breathwork,
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