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Hi Soupy, I started on flute last November when I hit 73 so you're just a mere 'youngster' :-) I started with a VERY cheap TJ10x (cost off Ebay £50/$55) then swapped this on Ebay for a Yamaha 211 (£110/$120). Thought that was a LOT to pay - silly me! I was/am a trumpet player - ex-pro - so had all t...

Hi, I've been a trumpet player all my life until last November when I had the urge to try the flute. Since then I really love it and working hard on improving. I am around Grade 5 with some moments when I feel 'sub-intermediate' :-) I have a 2nd hand Yamaha 211 and a couple of advanced players tried...

Hi all, I recently bought myself a Ratstand music stand as it is the lightest one available at on 0.7 kilos. However, it is 45cm long which is longer than my 70 year old steel one. I am looking for a cheapish bag that will hold my standard sized Yamaha C flute and the music stand but can't find anyt...

Hi everyone, This is my first post. I've been a trumpet player all my life (pro and amateur now) but last November I was listening to the flutes in a performance of Beethoven 6 and was inspired to have a go at the flute. I am now really enjoying the challenge and progressing through Grades (no exams...