Flute Lesson 4: Holding the Flute

Which direction should the flute extend when held correctly?

• To your left

• Straight forward

• To your right

• Towards your body

Where should the pinky finger of your right hand be placed on the flute?

• On the first circular key from the headjoint

• On the key where the foot joint meets the body

• Underneath the flute for support

• On the key furthest from your body

After placing your pinky, how should the next three fingers (3, 2, 1) of your right hand be placed on the flute?

• On the three circular keys immediately following the pinky key, moving towards the headjoint

• On the three keys closest to the end of the flute

• On the three keys that are not circular

• On the three keys that are furthest apart

For the left hand, after placing the pinky, how are fingers 3, 2, and 1 placed on the keys?

• On the three keys immediately above the pinky key

• On the three keys, skipping one key between the second and first finger

• On the three keys, skipping one key between the pinky and third finger

• On the three keys, skipping one key between the third and second finger

Which thumb key should be used for the left hand?

• The thumb key that pushes down two keys

• The thumb key that pushes down only one key

• Either thumb key can be used interchangeably

• The thumb should not touch any keys