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by SophieGerms
Tue Sep 08, 2009 1:30 am
Forum: General "Hang-Out" Place
Topic: Needing help with Haynes
Replies: 0
Views: 2137

Needing help with Haynes

Hi, I'm fairly in the dark about any flute that's not modern, but I'm wondering about Haynes flutes and if they are really worth it? 1930's ish era. Is there anyone on this board knowledgeable about them that I could fire a few questions at, maybe via PM? I have my eye one one and need a few opinion...
by SophieGerms
Tue Sep 08, 2009 1:19 am
Forum: Flute History and Instruments
Topic: Needing help with Haynes
Replies: 2
Views: 3664

Needing help with Haynes

Hi, I'm fairly in the dark about any flute that's not modern, but I'm wondering about Haynes flutes and if they are really worth it? 1930's ish era. Is there anyone on this board knowledgeable about them that I could fire a few questions at, maybe via PM? I have my eye one one and need a few opinion...
by SophieGerms
Mon Nov 24, 2008 2:40 am
Forum: General "Hang-Out" Place
Topic: Considering learning Piccolo
Replies: 3
Views: 5308

Considering learning Piccolo

I am heading into my last year of High School, and I'm considering learning Piccolo so I can double Flute/Piccolo, in Concert Band. I assume this will give me some advantage heading into University music, and also with orchestral stuff. I'm sitting (Standing?!) Grade 7 in 2 weeks, so was considering...
by SophieGerms
Mon Nov 24, 2008 2:14 am
Forum: General "Hang-Out" Place
Topic: Sticky pads on a new Pearl Flute !
Replies: 16
Views: 21029

I had the same problem when I got my new Pearl, 'Sticky keys' on a new flute generally happen when you blow warm, moist air through - the pads don't respond well to this air and usually become a little unsettled. That's why it's really important to get a new flute serviced after about three months, ...