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[amhso]

ciggarette paper is like a dollar for 400 sheets at longs. (they're small but they work). although you can reuse them, for taht price, you dont need to worry about it. cigarette paper is always clean, but there's sometimes a gummed side that you really want to avoid.

[flutepicc06]

I don't like cigarette paper much, but in instances where something must be done it can be useful. Just be sure that when using it, you place it between the top of the tonehole and the pad, close the key lightly, release the key, and remove. Never pull the paper out while the key is closed, as cigarette paper is abrasive, and over time it will tear the pads. Using improper technique may also unseat the pads, or tear the already moist cigarette paper, leaving a membrane on top of the pad to vibrate as you play. Proper care (i.e. not playing after eating unless you brush your teeth, and cleaning the flute out after every play session) can greatly reduce the sticky pad problem, and mean you rarely (if ever) need to resort to cigarette papers. I've played one of my flutes (taking the steps mentioned above to prevent sticky pads), and in the course of 7 years, I have never needed cigarette papers. Should you buy the gummed ones (they do come ungummed), it's best to trim the gummed edge off to prevent any risk of the adhesive being accidentally applied to the pads.