flute

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Just to see what it would be like to play the old Armstrong 104 after being thoroughly spoiled by my Muramatsu Ex, I took the old flute out of the case for the first time in a long time—about six months—and played it.

Well, I do remember why I spent so much money on the Muramatsu. The worn mechanism clatters loudly, and it simply does not sound so nice nor is it as easy to play, especially at the bottom of the range. It felt odd and unfamiliar in my hands, with the closed holes and some other, smaller differences.

It is interesting to think back to the last time I played it. I’ve spent a lot of hours with my new toy, and I am clearly, obviously, much more skillful than I was back just a half a year ago. It is fun to be reminded why I fell in love with the new toy. I switched back and the great sound came back, and the lovely easy drop down to a clear low D. There are no substitutes either for practice and skill nor for a good instrument.

Comments

[aryana-filker.livejournal.com]

Yay for good instruments! I love your flute. :)
I always feel the difference when I play the organ I showed you, and then have to switch back to the old and worn one in the church where I actually work.

[beige-alert.livejournal.com]

I'm sure! That is a nice instrument.

[aryana-filker.livejournal.com]

On Monday, I had the opportunity to play my renaissance alto recorder again, oh, that was wonderful!

[barbarakitten-t.livejournal.com]

part of the problem with the old flute is that it is old. I like hearing you talk about your music and your relationship with your lovely muramatsu ex.

[beige-alert.livejournal.com]

Old for sure, and not nearly so well made. Need to see you again sometime!

[kinder1of5.livejournal.com]

I don't know your old one, but I loved the sound of your new flute - and it was you who inspired me to take my own flute out of the cupboard again. :)I'll need a lot of practice, but my fingers seam to remember more than my head... ;)

[beige-alert.livejournal.com]

Sometimes you remember more than you think you do. Have fun with it!

[callibr8]

I remember very well how my playing - and my willingness to spend time practicing - improved immensely with a better-quality instrument. It sounds like the Muramatsu was a very good investment for you, indeed. Congrats!

[beige-alert.livejournal.com]

I've had a lot of fun with it, and I've felt motivated to take on more difficult music than before.