newbie post-question regarding my old Gemeinhardt

[flutepicc06]

Frankly, I'm not a fan of older Gemeinhardt student flutes, but your daughter could do much worse. The older Gemmies often experienced mechanical issues, and weren't nearly as reliable as some newer models, and as with any older flute, depending on age, the scale (how well in tune it plays with itself) may be off. The cost of an overhaul may be above the actual value of the instrument, but if you've already had it overhauled, that's not really an issue. Provided the flute is in good condition and has been looked at by a reputable tech, it should certainly meet your daughter's needs, though in the not-too-distant future, it may be necessary to upgrade her to a more modern or more advanced flute. Hope that helps!

[john101]

What is the price quote to overhaul the M1?
And have you considered renting a flute until you and your daughter are sure your really interested in pursuing this?

John

[fluteguy18]

I agree with the advice given so far, however, because this flute carries sentimental value to you, I see absolutely no problem in getting it overhauled anyway [even if you get your daughter a newer flute, then in the future get it overhauled].

I have a friend who plays an Armstrong that was made in the 70's, and she loves it. It was originally her mother's, and because of that, the flute meant that much more to her. True, she did have to work harder on some things that a newer flute would have made easier, but the sentimental value meant more to her.

So, if you do decide to get it restored and give it to your daughter, it could very well have the same value to her as the flute in my story. But, do expect to have to get a newer flute at some point in the future.

[Mark]

Good evening.

I have an m1 that I take here to work with me as a beater flute.
And yes, the scale could be better but it was rather abused prior to my
aquiring it.

Personally, I am just now getting something other than the Conservarte,
that was my father's, to play on when I'm not at work.
I'll still keep it in good shape and use it as a backup, but for obvious
reasons I shall be keeping it.

So I would keep the m1, if it were me, and as your daughter decides
to stick with it, be prepared to get her a more modern flute as
Flutepicc06 mentioned.

and above all;
Enjoy the music!

mark