ABSTRACT
The flute consists of three pieces: the head joint, which includes the embouchure hole, the embouchure plate, and the cork; the body of the instrument; and the foot joint that contains three tone holes. Student-line flutes are often made with an engraved mark on the head joint and a matching mark on the body so correct alignment can be achieved. A good sound should always be the primary consideration of any performing musician—especially flute players, who play in the upper registers of bands and orchestras and are easily heard. Vibrato is essential to musical playing on the flute but it should not be used all the time. The flute sound is easily turned into a saccharine, overly sentimental one if vibrato is overdone. The flute is the only woodwind on which it is easy to double- and triple-tongue without faking.
