The Flute Nerd
@theflutenerd.bsky.social
Flute teacher & #flutenerd 🤓
Principle 🪈 of @camden_philharmonia
💻𝙄 𝙘𝙪𝙧𝙧𝙚𝙣𝙩𝙡𝙮 𝙝𝙖𝙫𝙚 𝙤𝙣𝙡𝙞𝙣𝙚 𝙡𝙚𝙨𝙨𝙤𝙣 𝙨𝙡𝙤𝙩𝙨 𝙖𝙫𝙖𝙞𝙡𝙖𝙗𝙡𝙚!💻
#dinkytheflutecat is my assistant
theflutenerd.com/links
Principle 🪈 of @camden_philharmonia
💻𝙄 𝙘𝙪𝙧𝙧𝙚𝙣𝙩𝙡𝙮 𝙝𝙖𝙫𝙚 𝙤𝙣𝙡𝙞𝙣𝙚 𝙡𝙚𝙨𝙨𝙤𝙣 𝙨𝙡𝙤𝙩𝙨 𝙖𝙫𝙖𝙞𝙡𝙖𝙗𝙡𝙚!💻
#dinkytheflutecat is my assistant
theflutenerd.com/links
If your flute could talk, what do you think it would say to you?
🎵 Want more discussions like this? Join the Flute Nerd Lab for weekly topics, challenges, and a supportive community of flute players. Try it out free for 7 days!
👉 theflutenerd.com/flute-nerd...
#flutechat
🎵 Want more discussions like this? Join the Flute Nerd Lab for weekly topics, challenges, and a supportive community of flute players. Try it out free for 7 days!
👉 theflutenerd.com/flute-nerd...
#flutechat
November 12, 2025 at 11:44 AM
If your flute could talk, what do you think it would say to you?
🎵 Want more discussions like this? Join the Flute Nerd Lab for weekly topics, challenges, and a supportive community of flute players. Try it out free for 7 days!
👉 theflutenerd.com/flute-nerd...
#flutechat
🎵 Want more discussions like this? Join the Flute Nerd Lab for weekly topics, challenges, and a supportive community of flute players. Try it out free for 7 days!
👉 theflutenerd.com/flute-nerd...
#flutechat
Have you found yourself wondering if it’s time to upgrade your flute?
Let's explore the key factors that will help you determine if not is the right time to upgrade your flute so that you can make an informed decision.
Read the full blog here: theflutenerd.com/upgrade-yo...
#flutetips
Let's explore the key factors that will help you determine if not is the right time to upgrade your flute so that you can make an informed decision.
Read the full blog here: theflutenerd.com/upgrade-yo...
#flutetips
November 10, 2025 at 11:00 AM
Have you found yourself wondering if it’s time to upgrade your flute?
Let's explore the key factors that will help you determine if not is the right time to upgrade your flute so that you can make an informed decision.
Read the full blog here: theflutenerd.com/upgrade-yo...
#flutetips
Let's explore the key factors that will help you determine if not is the right time to upgrade your flute so that you can make an informed decision.
Read the full blog here: theflutenerd.com/upgrade-yo...
#flutetips
Stuck in a practice rut? Sometimes all it takes is a bit of a shake up. Have you tried journaling your practice? Writing things down is always a great way to identify where you might be getting stuck. And they help notate different approaches.
theflutenerd.com/journal/
#flute
theflutenerd.com/journal/
#flute
November 8, 2025 at 1:47 PM
Stuck in a practice rut? Sometimes all it takes is a bit of a shake up. Have you tried journaling your practice? Writing things down is always a great way to identify where you might be getting stuck. And they help notate different approaches.
theflutenerd.com/journal/
#flute
theflutenerd.com/journal/
#flute
❓What would your dream practice day look like? No pressure, no schedules, just you and your flute, playing the way you’ve always wanted to.
💬 Drop your answers below!
🎵 Want more discussions like this? Join the Flute Nerd Lab
theflutenerd.com/flute-nerd...
💬 Drop your answers below!
🎵 Want more discussions like this? Join the Flute Nerd Lab
theflutenerd.com/flute-nerd...
November 5, 2025 at 11:44 AM
❓What would your dream practice day look like? No pressure, no schedules, just you and your flute, playing the way you’ve always wanted to.
💬 Drop your answers below!
🎵 Want more discussions like this? Join the Flute Nerd Lab
theflutenerd.com/flute-nerd...
💬 Drop your answers below!
🎵 Want more discussions like this? Join the Flute Nerd Lab
theflutenerd.com/flute-nerd...
When did hobbies fall out of fashion? In this day and age, where attention spans are short and productivity is a virtue, hobbies feel like an opulent luxury.
So where does that leave playing the flute?
theflutenerd.com/the-case-f...
#flutetips #flute
So where does that leave playing the flute?
theflutenerd.com/the-case-f...
#flutetips #flute
November 3, 2025 at 11:00 AM
When did hobbies fall out of fashion? In this day and age, where attention spans are short and productivity is a virtue, hobbies feel like an opulent luxury.
So where does that leave playing the flute?
theflutenerd.com/the-case-f...
#flutetips #flute
So where does that leave playing the flute?
theflutenerd.com/the-case-f...
#flutetips #flute
If you’re looking for a teacher who’s all about creating a positive, encouraging learning experience, I’d love to help you or your little one fall in love with playing the flute. 🪈💖
DM me or check out the links in my bio to start your musical journey today! 🎵🌟
🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟
#flute
DM me or check out the links in my bio to start your musical journey today! 🎵🌟
🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟
#flute
November 1, 2025 at 1:47 PM
If you’re looking for a teacher who’s all about creating a positive, encouraging learning experience, I’d love to help you or your little one fall in love with playing the flute. 🪈💖
DM me or check out the links in my bio to start your musical journey today! 🎵🌟
🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟
#flute
DM me or check out the links in my bio to start your musical journey today! 🎵🌟
🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟
#flute
🎉 Big news, flute friends! 🎶 The Flute Nerd Lab is now FREE to join! 🥳
I’ve opened up the doors so any flute player can be part of this supportive, inspiring community without any barriers. 💛
Sign up today: www.skool.com/flute-nerd-lab
#flutenerd #flute
I’ve opened up the doors so any flute player can be part of this supportive, inspiring community without any barriers. 💛
Sign up today: www.skool.com/flute-nerd-lab
#flutenerd #flute
October 30, 2025 at 11:17 AM
🎉 Big news, flute friends! 🎶 The Flute Nerd Lab is now FREE to join! 🥳
I’ve opened up the doors so any flute player can be part of this supportive, inspiring community without any barriers. 💛
Sign up today: www.skool.com/flute-nerd-lab
#flutenerd #flute
I’ve opened up the doors so any flute player can be part of this supportive, inspiring community without any barriers. 💛
Sign up today: www.skool.com/flute-nerd-lab
#flutenerd #flute
🌟 What’s one important lesson you’ve learned from playing in a group or ensemble?🌟
🎵 Want more discussions like this? Join the Flute Nerd Lab👉 theflutenerd.com/flute-nerd...
🎵 Want more discussions like this? Join the Flute Nerd Lab👉 theflutenerd.com/flute-nerd...
October 29, 2025 at 11:44 AM
🌟 What’s one important lesson you’ve learned from playing in a group or ensemble?🌟
🎵 Want more discussions like this? Join the Flute Nerd Lab👉 theflutenerd.com/flute-nerd...
🎵 Want more discussions like this? Join the Flute Nerd Lab👉 theflutenerd.com/flute-nerd...
Identifying your own specific areas for development will help you target your practice sessions and ensure that you improve faster.
Read the full blog here: theflutenerd.com/core-flute...
#flutetips #flute #flutist #flutepractice #practicetips
Read the full blog here: theflutenerd.com/core-flute...
#flutetips #flute #flutist #flutepractice #practicetips
October 27, 2025 at 11:00 AM
Identifying your own specific areas for development will help you target your practice sessions and ensure that you improve faster.
Read the full blog here: theflutenerd.com/core-flute...
#flutetips #flute #flutist #flutepractice #practicetips
Read the full blog here: theflutenerd.com/core-flute...
#flutetips #flute #flutist #flutepractice #practicetips
🏆The 7-Day Creative Practice Challenge🏆
A week-long challenge designed to inspire and invigorate your practice sessions.
This can be a great way to inject some creativity🌈 and fun 🤩 into your practice routine
Sign up for free theflutenerd.com/7-day-chal...
#flutechallenge
A week-long challenge designed to inspire and invigorate your practice sessions.
This can be a great way to inject some creativity🌈 and fun 🤩 into your practice routine
Sign up for free theflutenerd.com/7-day-chal...
#flutechallenge
October 25, 2025 at 12:47 PM
🏆The 7-Day Creative Practice Challenge🏆
A week-long challenge designed to inspire and invigorate your practice sessions.
This can be a great way to inject some creativity🌈 and fun 🤩 into your practice routine
Sign up for free theflutenerd.com/7-day-chal...
#flutechallenge
A week-long challenge designed to inspire and invigorate your practice sessions.
This can be a great way to inject some creativity🌈 and fun 🤩 into your practice routine
Sign up for free theflutenerd.com/7-day-chal...
#flutechallenge
🚨 SAVE THE DATE! The next guest workshop is Saturday, November 15! 🎶
🎵 Flute, Creativity and Orange Cola: The Art of Self-Esteem
With Gareth Houston of Inline G Podcast
📆 Saturday, November 15
⏰ 6pm GMT | 7pm CEST
📍 Online via The Flute Nerd Lab
🔗 Sign up: skool.com/flute-nerd-lab
🎵 Flute, Creativity and Orange Cola: The Art of Self-Esteem
With Gareth Houston of Inline G Podcast
📆 Saturday, November 15
⏰ 6pm GMT | 7pm CEST
📍 Online via The Flute Nerd Lab
🔗 Sign up: skool.com/flute-nerd-lab
October 24, 2025 at 4:36 PM
🚨 SAVE THE DATE! The next guest workshop is Saturday, November 15! 🎶
🎵 Flute, Creativity and Orange Cola: The Art of Self-Esteem
With Gareth Houston of Inline G Podcast
📆 Saturday, November 15
⏰ 6pm GMT | 7pm CEST
📍 Online via The Flute Nerd Lab
🔗 Sign up: skool.com/flute-nerd-lab
🎵 Flute, Creativity and Orange Cola: The Art of Self-Esteem
With Gareth Houston of Inline G Podcast
📆 Saturday, November 15
⏰ 6pm GMT | 7pm CEST
📍 Online via The Flute Nerd Lab
🔗 Sign up: skool.com/flute-nerd-lab
Playing with others can feel both exciting and intimidating. Duets, ensembles, even a simple play-along… they can bring up all kinds of emotions.
💬 What’s the biggest challenge (or fear!) you feel when playing with other people?
🎵 Want more discussions like this? theflutenerd.com/flute-nerd...
💬 What’s the biggest challenge (or fear!) you feel when playing with other people?
🎵 Want more discussions like this? theflutenerd.com/flute-nerd...
October 22, 2025 at 10:44 AM
Playing with others can feel both exciting and intimidating. Duets, ensembles, even a simple play-along… they can bring up all kinds of emotions.
💬 What’s the biggest challenge (or fear!) you feel when playing with other people?
🎵 Want more discussions like this? theflutenerd.com/flute-nerd...
💬 What’s the biggest challenge (or fear!) you feel when playing with other people?
🎵 Want more discussions like this? theflutenerd.com/flute-nerd...
Let's have a look at why self-assessment is so important in your flute practice. I'll offer some handy techniques that will help you thinking more critically about your playing and explore why there’s a fine balance between being constructively and harmfully critical.
theflutenerd.com/self-asses...
theflutenerd.com/self-asses...
October 20, 2025 at 10:00 AM
Let's have a look at why self-assessment is so important in your flute practice. I'll offer some handy techniques that will help you thinking more critically about your playing and explore why there’s a fine balance between being constructively and harmfully critical.
theflutenerd.com/self-asses...
theflutenerd.com/self-asses...
Flute practice doesn’t have to feel boring or lonely. Every week inside the Lab, I post new challenges and discussion prompts — not to pressure anyone, but to help make practice feel doable, purposeful, and even a little bit fun. 😄
👉 Start your free trial today theflutenerd.com/flute-nerd...
👉 Start your free trial today theflutenerd.com/flute-nerd...
October 18, 2025 at 12:47 PM
Flute practice doesn’t have to feel boring or lonely. Every week inside the Lab, I post new challenges and discussion prompts — not to pressure anyone, but to help make practice feel doable, purposeful, and even a little bit fun. 😄
👉 Start your free trial today theflutenerd.com/flute-nerd...
👉 Start your free trial today theflutenerd.com/flute-nerd...
What’s a musical “rule” you’ve broken on purpose?
✨ Took an extra-long pause for dramatic effect?
✨ Played a lyrical phrase way louder than written?
✨ Rewrote a scale pattern?
✨ Played different articulation?
🎵 For more discussions like this join the Lab 👉 theflutenerd.com/flute-nerd...
✨ Took an extra-long pause for dramatic effect?
✨ Played a lyrical phrase way louder than written?
✨ Rewrote a scale pattern?
✨ Played different articulation?
🎵 For more discussions like this join the Lab 👉 theflutenerd.com/flute-nerd...
October 15, 2025 at 10:44 AM
What’s a musical “rule” you’ve broken on purpose?
✨ Took an extra-long pause for dramatic effect?
✨ Played a lyrical phrase way louder than written?
✨ Rewrote a scale pattern?
✨ Played different articulation?
🎵 For more discussions like this join the Lab 👉 theflutenerd.com/flute-nerd...
✨ Took an extra-long pause for dramatic effect?
✨ Played a lyrical phrase way louder than written?
✨ Rewrote a scale pattern?
✨ Played different articulation?
🎵 For more discussions like this join the Lab 👉 theflutenerd.com/flute-nerd...
In this post I’m going to share some of my favourite methods for dealing with bad flute tone days, to help give you the tools to make it through your next rough spot.
Read the full blog here: theflutenerd.com/bad-flute-...
#flutetips #flute #flutepractice #practicetips
Read the full blog here: theflutenerd.com/bad-flute-...
#flutetips #flute #flutepractice #practicetips
October 13, 2025 at 10:00 AM
In this post I’m going to share some of my favourite methods for dealing with bad flute tone days, to help give you the tools to make it through your next rough spot.
Read the full blog here: theflutenerd.com/bad-flute-...
#flutetips #flute #flutepractice #practicetips
Read the full blog here: theflutenerd.com/bad-flute-...
#flutetips #flute #flutepractice #practicetips
🌟 It’s such a joy to see my students grow and truly enjoy their lessons—it’s what makes teaching so fulfilling. 🎶✨
If you’re ready to learn in a supportive, encouraging, and fun environment, I’d love to help you on your musical journey! DM me to get started. 🪈
#flute
If you’re ready to learn in a supportive, encouraging, and fun environment, I’d love to help you on your musical journey! DM me to get started. 🪈
#flute
October 11, 2025 at 12:47 PM
🌟 It’s such a joy to see my students grow and truly enjoy their lessons—it’s what makes teaching so fulfilling. 🎶✨
If you’re ready to learn in a supportive, encouraging, and fun environment, I’d love to help you on your musical journey! DM me to get started. 🪈
#flute
If you’re ready to learn in a supportive, encouraging, and fun environment, I’d love to help you on your musical journey! DM me to get started. 🪈
#flute
What’s a scale or key you avoid?
Maybe
🎯 It's too many sharps or flats t
😬 it's awkward under your fingers
🧠 there's no reason, you just hate it
🎵 Want more discussions like this? Join the Flute Nerd Lab
👉 theflutenerd.com/flute-nerd...
#flutechat
Maybe
🎯 It's too many sharps or flats t
😬 it's awkward under your fingers
🧠 there's no reason, you just hate it
🎵 Want more discussions like this? Join the Flute Nerd Lab
👉 theflutenerd.com/flute-nerd...
#flutechat
October 8, 2025 at 10:44 AM
What’s a scale or key you avoid?
Maybe
🎯 It's too many sharps or flats t
😬 it's awkward under your fingers
🧠 there's no reason, you just hate it
🎵 Want more discussions like this? Join the Flute Nerd Lab
👉 theflutenerd.com/flute-nerd...
#flutechat
Maybe
🎯 It's too many sharps or flats t
😬 it's awkward under your fingers
🧠 there's no reason, you just hate it
🎵 Want more discussions like this? Join the Flute Nerd Lab
👉 theflutenerd.com/flute-nerd...
#flutechat
Everyone is probably familiar with the adage “learn from your mistakes,” but what if I suggested a slight tweak to that saying? As flute players, we SHOULD learn through our mistakes.
Read the full blog here: theflutenerd.com/make-loud-...
#flutetips #flute #flutist #flutepractice #practicetips
Read the full blog here: theflutenerd.com/make-loud-...
#flutetips #flute #flutist #flutepractice #practicetips
October 6, 2025 at 10:00 AM
Everyone is probably familiar with the adage “learn from your mistakes,” but what if I suggested a slight tweak to that saying? As flute players, we SHOULD learn through our mistakes.
Read the full blog here: theflutenerd.com/make-loud-...
#flutetips #flute #flutist #flutepractice #practicetips
Read the full blog here: theflutenerd.com/make-loud-...
#flutetips #flute #flutist #flutepractice #practicetips
🎵✨ Not sure which scales you should learn and practice next on the flute? Don't worry! I've got you covered! ✨🎵
Download my FREE ultimate flute scale checklist, which will help point you in the right direction!
Click the link in my bio to download today!
#flutetips #flute
Download my FREE ultimate flute scale checklist, which will help point you in the right direction!
Click the link in my bio to download today!
#flutetips #flute
October 4, 2025 at 12:47 PM
🎵✨ Not sure which scales you should learn and practice next on the flute? Don't worry! I've got you covered! ✨🎵
Download my FREE ultimate flute scale checklist, which will help point you in the right direction!
Click the link in my bio to download today!
#flutetips #flute
Download my FREE ultimate flute scale checklist, which will help point you in the right direction!
Click the link in my bio to download today!
#flutetips #flute
🚨 SAVE THE DATE! For this month's workshop Nicole Schaffer will highlight all the amazing salon music by women composers.
🎵 Echoes From the Salon: Celebrating Women Composers
📆 Saturday, October 11
⏰ 6:30 PM GMT
📍 Online via The Flute Nerd Lab
🔗 Sign up now: skool.com/flute-nerd-lab
🎵 Echoes From the Salon: Celebrating Women Composers
📆 Saturday, October 11
⏰ 6:30 PM GMT
📍 Online via The Flute Nerd Lab
🔗 Sign up now: skool.com/flute-nerd-lab
October 2, 2025 at 2:08 PM
🚨 SAVE THE DATE! For this month's workshop Nicole Schaffer will highlight all the amazing salon music by women composers.
🎵 Echoes From the Salon: Celebrating Women Composers
📆 Saturday, October 11
⏰ 6:30 PM GMT
📍 Online via The Flute Nerd Lab
🔗 Sign up now: skool.com/flute-nerd-lab
🎵 Echoes From the Salon: Celebrating Women Composers
📆 Saturday, October 11
⏰ 6:30 PM GMT
📍 Online via The Flute Nerd Lab
🔗 Sign up now: skool.com/flute-nerd-lab
🎮 Scales are boring. Agree or disagree? 🎶
Some players love scales.
Others… would rather clean their flute case with a toothbrush. 🪥😂
Are scales your best friend, worst enemy, or something in between?
🎵 Want more discussions like this? Join the Flute Nerd Lab theflutenerd.com/flute-nerd...
Some players love scales.
Others… would rather clean their flute case with a toothbrush. 🪥😂
Are scales your best friend, worst enemy, or something in between?
🎵 Want more discussions like this? Join the Flute Nerd Lab theflutenerd.com/flute-nerd...
October 1, 2025 at 10:44 AM
🎮 Scales are boring. Agree or disagree? 🎶
Some players love scales.
Others… would rather clean their flute case with a toothbrush. 🪥😂
Are scales your best friend, worst enemy, or something in between?
🎵 Want more discussions like this? Join the Flute Nerd Lab theflutenerd.com/flute-nerd...
Some players love scales.
Others… would rather clean their flute case with a toothbrush. 🪥😂
Are scales your best friend, worst enemy, or something in between?
🎵 Want more discussions like this? Join the Flute Nerd Lab theflutenerd.com/flute-nerd...
Oh the internet is a wonderful place – there is a world of information at your fingertips. And that includes a wealth of free resources that can enhance your flute practice!
Here are some of my favourites
theflutenerd.com/the-best-f...
#flutetips
Here are some of my favourites
theflutenerd.com/the-best-f...
#flutetips
September 29, 2025 at 10:00 AM
Oh the internet is a wonderful place – there is a world of information at your fingertips. And that includes a wealth of free resources that can enhance your flute practice!
Here are some of my favourites
theflutenerd.com/the-best-f...
#flutetips
Here are some of my favourites
theflutenerd.com/the-best-f...
#flutetips
This warms my heart! 🥹💕 There’s nothing better than seeing students thrive and knowing I’m making a positive impact along the way. 🎶✨
If you’re looking for lessons filled with encouragement and progress, DM me or check out the links in my bio. 🪈💖
If you’re looking for lessons filled with encouragement and progress, DM me or check out the links in my bio. 🪈💖
September 27, 2025 at 12:47 PM
This warms my heart! 🥹💕 There’s nothing better than seeing students thrive and knowing I’m making a positive impact along the way. 🎶✨
If you’re looking for lessons filled with encouragement and progress, DM me or check out the links in my bio. 🪈💖
If you’re looking for lessons filled with encouragement and progress, DM me or check out the links in my bio. 🪈💖
It’s a term I toss around a lot, but what does it mean to you? Are you a flute nerd too?
💬 What does your flute nerd identity look like?
🎵 Want more discussions like this? Join the Flute Nerd Lab. theflutenerd.com/flute-nerd...
#flutechat
💬 What does your flute nerd identity look like?
🎵 Want more discussions like this? Join the Flute Nerd Lab. theflutenerd.com/flute-nerd...
#flutechat
September 24, 2025 at 12:21 PM
It’s a term I toss around a lot, but what does it mean to you? Are you a flute nerd too?
💬 What does your flute nerd identity look like?
🎵 Want more discussions like this? Join the Flute Nerd Lab. theflutenerd.com/flute-nerd...
#flutechat
💬 What does your flute nerd identity look like?
🎵 Want more discussions like this? Join the Flute Nerd Lab. theflutenerd.com/flute-nerd...
#flutechat