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The flute is both an ancient and modern musical
instrument. Various versions of flutes have
existed throughout history in virtually all
cultures: Indian, Chinese, South American,
Irish, African. In some parts of the world
their flutes been have transposed into their
own national art form, like the Japanese shakuhachi
and the Native American flute. In the Western
world, Theobald Friedrich Boehm is the man
behind the their modern adaptation (what most
westerners think of as a flute). Flutes come
in all sizes and shapes and are made of any
of a number of materials like clay, wood,
nickel, silver, gold, pearl, plastic, ceramic
and bamboo. Some are small, like the ocarina,
penny or tin whistle, pan flute, recorder
or nose flute. There are many different fingerings.
Some play chromatic and some are pentatonic
scales, and how they finger varies with the
model. Chromatics can play each sound in major
or minor keys making them quite versatile.
Some are players by ear while others playing
primary by sheet music. Alto, tenor, bass...
you name it. You can play solo, in duets or
a trio, in an ensemble, in a jazz band or
brass band, opera, or orchestra...(continuted below)
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Wedding Songs - How The Guest Can Choose The Ideal Music For Your Wedding
By: Daisy May
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If guests join in with a sing a long at a party then that is a sure sign to say that they are enjoying themselves. So you see how important it is to choose the right songs for your wedding then that way your guests also can enjoy themselves too. Wedding Songs and music will always be a mood setter creating an atmosphere for revellers thus encouraging them to get up and party. Wedding entertainment has changed considerably over the years where music is concerned - so you may find that this part of your wedding planning can be fun as well as interesting that is if you see eye to eye with your partner. Most bride and grooms-to-be prefer wedding songs that have some form of meaning. These songs can relate to their first date or of another memorable occasion that they both relish the memories of. Important issues that you need know and bear in mind when selecting your wedding music is the rules administered by the wedding venue establishment. They may have restrictions on certain types of musical entertainment Wedding services or ceremonies as a rule often take place in the house of god (church/chapel) and because of this you need to talk to the vicar prior to the marriage to see if the wedding songs chosen are acceptable. If the wedding service is to be carried out in another type of hall then still stick with what would be classed as appropriate for the ceremonial wedding song. This is a day to remember in a loving way - not a laughing one. Foot tapping almost starts immediately when the music plays. This is normally seen as the green light signal indicating to all the guests its party time. This is now where you will notice the atmosphere change to a livelier and up tempo mode. Wedding songs can be performed by a soloist - band - DJ or if you want an instrument orchestra. Make sure the reception hall is big enough. Orchestras have many instruments that play a happy tune like the flute - tin whistle to the fully jazzed up sounds of the saxophone. When you are planning songs for your wedding reception ask for a second opinion from close family members if you feel a little indecisive on the wedding songs to choose. The traditional wedding march is a long time dying out so therefore it is a good chance you maybe sticking with this tune and why not - what better way to announce your beauty on your wedding day to the tune of here comes the bride. Why not try something different -when sending out the wedding invitations ask the guest to acknowledge the invite to let you know if they can attend. The way you will ask them to respond is by writing down their favourite tune on the reply card. Sifting through the cards will take a little time but you have to check anyway to see who can or can not make it to your wedding. Take note of every party favourite tune listed by the guests and have the band play a compilation of melodies of their chosen favourites. Not all can be accommodated but the band can connect by playing another song from that particular artist that they chose. Just a suggestion to ensure that the wedding songs played at your wedding will be enjoyed by all. |
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...flutes will
play in harmony with other woodwinds, strings,
guitar, piccolo, and percussion instruments
when used to accompany. As a flute plays one
note at a time (can't play chords), the flautist
can make beautiful melodies by playing with
others. Flutes have been used with just about
every genre of music imaginable, new age,
classical, rock, punk, hip hop, country western,
Christmas, wedding, sonata or folk... any
song. From Jethro Tull to the virtuoso composer
Mozart who wrote his famous Magic Flute masterpiece...
to Beethoven (who was blind in his later years).
Are you a student, teacher or both? If you
are a self learner, you could study a free
lesson found on the Internet. Or you could
learn and buy sheet music, a chart, and perhaps
a complete curriculum from a company that
specializes in correspondence courses. There
is no shortage of companies that you can buy
accessories from like cases, printable sheet
music, stands, new or used flutes. Gemeinhardt,
Armstrong and Yamaha are each a popular flute
maker today.
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