Best Flute Shops in the UK: How to Choose the Right Flute Shop If you are searching for a flute shop in the UK, there is plenty of choice. From large London flute shops stocking extensive ranges of…
Open Hole or Closed Hole Flutes? Which Is Right for You? When buying or upgrading a flute, one of the choices you may come across is open holes or closed holes. But what is the actual difference, and does…
Buying a Second-Hand Flute: A Complete Guide to Choosing a Used Flute Buying a second-hand flute can be one of the best ways to get a higher-quality instrument for your budget. Whether you are looking for your first student…
Are Trevor James Flutes Good? An Honest Review for Beginners and Advancing Players If you’re shopping for a new flute, you’ve likely come across Trevor James. The brand is well-known among students, teachers, and advancing musicians,…
A Complete Guide to Flute Repadding Costs If you’re wondering how much it costs to repad a flute, the average price typically ranges from £250 to £800+ in the UK, depending on the flute’s condition, the quality of…
Flute Repair Guide: Common Problems, Fixes, and When to See a Professional The flute is one of the most elegant and expressive instruments in the woodwind family, but even high-quality flutes develop issues over time. Sticky keys, poor…
How to Hold a Flute and Play: A Beginner’s Complete Guide Learning the flute is one of the most rewarding ways to enter the world of music. Its tone is expressive, its technique is elegant, and getting started…
A Complete Step-by-Step Guide for Beginners and Professionals Keeping your flute clean is essential for maintaining its tone quality, longevity, and hygiene. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned musician, proper flute care ensures optimal performance and prevents…
The Pros and Cons of Changing a Flute Headjoint For many flutists, upgrading equipment is part of the journey toward refining tone, response, and musical expression. While purchasing a completely new instrument can be expensive, changing the flute…
LONDON FLUTES – The UK’s leading online flute specialist Introduction Here are some simple flute assembly instructions to ensure that every player starts out with the right habits. The flute is a delicate and…
A Complete Maintenance Guide How often should you service a flute? A flute is a precision instrument. Even small changes in pad condition, alignment, or internal cleanliness can affect tone, response, and tuning. Regular servicing keeps the…
Compare Muramatsu Flute Models EX vs GX vs DS vs PTP vs PT Introduction Muramatsu Flutes is a flute manufacturer founded by Koichi Muramatsu. It is probably one of the oldest Japanese classical flute companies,…
Unfortunately, in today’s society, theft of musical instruments is becoming more and more prevalent. So what happens if your flute is stolen? How do you go about recovering stolen flutes? London Flutes has recovered many stolen flutes…
In the world of musical instruments, few purchases combine artistry, craftsmanship, and financial consideration as closely as a flute. Whether you are a student, an advancing amateur, or a professional musician, choosing a pre-owned flute can be a strategically sound…
Most players, whether amateur or advanced, will feel the need to upgrade their flute at some point in their playing life. At London Flutes we are constantly asked the best way to upgrade a flute. Reasons for upgrading your flute…
Are you wanting to sell your used flute? Perhaps it is time to upgrade your flute or maybe you wish to trade-in your flute. Whatever the reason you have to sell your flute, there are a number of…
SHOULD I RENT A FLUTE? So your child has decided to play the flute and you are wondering about the best way to find an instrument. There are a few different options but it is best to be informed…
Types of Flute in the flute family There are many types of flute and some are not listed here, such as Bansuri and Irish Flutes. But the main categories are listed below. FAQ: What orchestral family does the…
FAQ: Is your instrument valuable? Musical instruments can vary in value from a few hundred pounds to tens of thousands of pounds. Value is subjective and the cost of replacing might not always be…
BUYING A USED WOODEN FLUTE The sound of a wooden flute is beautiful. It offers a mellow, warm and vibrant sound and is suited to a variety of different music styles. The wooden flute itself has been around…
So you have decided to take the plunge and purchase your first flute, but what is the best beginner flute to buy and how do you go about choosing a beginner flute? Buying a first flute can…
WHAT IS THE BEST INTERMEDIATE FLUTE? So you have played on a beginner flute for a while and feel that it is time to upgrade your flute. But what is the best intermediate flute? The flute…
At the moment there are three well known and respected flute shops in London. Two of them are physical shops and one is online but does take appointments. But which are the best flute shops…
B foot or C foot? As a modern flute player, this is a question that is constantly raised. Should I purchase a B foot or C foot? The answer really depends on a number of factors. There are pros and…
Buying a second-hand Yamaha flute can be a great saving on the new price, but it is important to be aware of what to look for and the potential pitfalls in buying a used Yamaha flute. FAQ…