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The Psychology of Piccolo Practice and Performance
Working Toward Greater Security
UGHHH!!!! That is often the sound that one makes when they are called upon to the play the piccolo. Why we as flutists shy away from our little friend is no mystery. It is loud, exposed, and we usually get an assortment of looks from those close by. People expect that we wil ...
The Piccolo - An Artist's Approach
John Krell
There are perils involved in playing the piccolo, but there are also many rewards. Moreover, with the "population explosion" in the sheer number of flutists these days, you will find yourself more in demand than a correspondingly good flutist.
The piccolo is a conspicuous voice that soars above the m ...
Flute/Piccolo Maintenance
Armed Forces School of Music
Equipment Needed:
(1) Soft, clean, 100% cotton cloth (1) Small piece of cheese cloth Cotton swabs Pipe cleaners Key brush (or soft bristle brush) Flute/Piccolo cleaning rod Woodwind key oil (sewing machine oil can also be used) Organic bore oil and bore oil swab (mineral oil)
Maintenance Procedure: ...