{"id":2433,"date":"2021-03-29T09:56:56","date_gmt":"2021-03-29T09:56:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/groovewiz.com\/?p=2433"},"modified":"2021-10-06T21:24:13","modified_gmt":"2021-10-06T21:24:13","slug":"best-flute-for-doublers","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/groovewiz.com\/best-flute-for-doublers\/","title":{"rendered":"Best Flute For Doublers: The Right Flute For The Right Use"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>When you play a woodwind instrument, chances are you will be asked to double on another woodwind. Whether you\u2019re playing in the pit for a musical or you\u2019re part of a jazz band, you may need to be able to double on flute.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>If you want to double on flute, you don\u2019t necessarily need to invest in a professional instrument. Find a high quality student <a href=\"https:\/\/groovewiz.com\/what-are-the-best-flutes-for-jazz\/\">flute<\/a> with a head joint that responds easily and has a good sound. Look for a closed hole instrument with an offset G and a C foot, durable for a variety of uses.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Let&#8217;s dig a little about what to look for in a flute for a doubler, and look at some examples of good new and used flutes on the market today.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_65 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-66170c9005a01\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg 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href=\"https:\/\/groovewiz.com\/best-flute-for-doublers\/#What_to_look_for_in_a_doubler_flute\" title=\"What to look for in a doubler flute?\">What to look for in a doubler flute?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/groovewiz.com\/best-flute-for-doublers\/#Closed_hole_vs_open_hole\" title=\"Closed hole vs. open hole\">Closed hole vs. open hole<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/groovewiz.com\/best-flute-for-doublers\/#C_foot_vs_B_foot\" title=\"C foot vs. B foot\">C foot vs. B foot<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/groovewiz.com\/best-flute-for-doublers\/#Inline_G_vs_offset_G\" title=\"Inline G vs. offset G\">Inline G vs. offset G<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/groovewiz.com\/best-flute-for-doublers\/#Split_E_mechanism\" title=\"Split E mechanism\">Split E mechanism<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/groovewiz.com\/best-flute-for-doublers\/#Head_joint\" title=\"Head joint\">Head joint<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/groovewiz.com\/best-flute-for-doublers\/#Budget_for_a_doubler_flute\" title=\"Budget for a doubler flute\">Budget for a doubler flute<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/groovewiz.com\/best-flute-for-doublers\/#Best_flutes_for_doublers\" title=\"Best flutes for doublers\">Best flutes for doublers<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/groovewiz.com\/best-flute-for-doublers\/#Haynes_Commercial\" title=\"Haynes Commercial\">Haynes Commercial<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/groovewiz.com\/best-flute-for-doublers\/#Yamaha_222\" title=\"Yamaha 222\">Yamaha 222<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/groovewiz.com\/best-flute-for-doublers\/#Armstrong_104\" title=\"Armstrong 104\">Armstrong 104<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/groovewiz.com\/best-flute-for-doublers\/#Pearl_Quantz_505_with_the_plateau_key_option\" title=\"Pearl Quantz 505 with the plateau key option\">Pearl Quantz 505 with the plateau key option<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/groovewiz.com\/best-flute-for-doublers\/#Di_Zhao_DZ-200_for_doublers\" title=\"Di Zhao DZ-200 for doublers\">Di Zhao DZ-200 for doublers<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/groovewiz.com\/best-flute-for-doublers\/#Prelude_by_Conn-Selmer\" title=\"Prelude by Conn-Selmer\">Prelude by Conn-Selmer<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_a_flute_for_a_doubler\"><\/span>Why a flute for a doubler?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Woodwind players, especially <strong>clarinetist and saxophone players<\/strong>, often double on flute. It\u2019s a great way to get more playing jobs because you\u2019ll be in higher demand.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Woodwind instruments have some characteristics that make picking up the flute and playing it feel natural under the fingers. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>While the <strong>fingering systems <\/strong>aren\u2019t exactly alike for all woodwinds, but they are similar enough that a good bit of your knowledge of fingerings can transfer to the flute.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s also considered fairly standard that a woodwind player for musicals and in the jazz band can double and even triple on instruments. Learning the flute adds an important facet to your playing abilities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s important to <strong>begin doubling as early on in your career as you can<\/strong>. It takes time and practice to develop a good flute tone. You can often tell that a <a href=\"https:\/\/groovewiz.com\/which-is-easier-flute-or-clarinet\/\">clarinet or saxophone player is doubling on flute<\/a> because they still have a <strong>small, airy sound<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_to_look_for_in_a_doubler_flute\"><\/span>What to look for in a doubler flute?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/groovewiz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/What-to-look-for-doubler-flute.jpg\" alt=\"What to look for in a doubler flute?\" class=\"wp-image-2452\" srcset=\"https:\/\/groovewiz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/What-to-look-for-doubler-flute.jpg 640w, https:\/\/groovewiz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/What-to-look-for-doubler-flute-300x188.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>If you want a flute for doubling, you\u2019re probably not in the market for a top of the line professional instrument. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Whether you\u2019re searching for a new instrument or a good quality used one, it\u2019s possible to find a good flute that will suit your needs. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Many doublers use <strong>student model flutes<\/strong>. In addition to being more economical, a student flute is probably <strong>safer to take on rock or jazz gigs<\/strong> than a very expensive flute.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Closed_hole_vs_open_hole\"><\/span>Closed hole vs. open hole<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Doublers often choose to play a <strong>closed hole flute &#8211; plateau keys<\/strong>. These are generally less expensive models, and they\u2019re easier to play. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When a saxophonist switches to flute, for example, they don\u2019t have to worry about getting their fingers in exactly the right place to close the holes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have an open hole flute, however, you can always <strong>plug the holes<\/strong> if you find that works better for you. Some players feel closed holes compromise the overall tone, although that\u2019s debatable.  Some feel open hole flutes sound better, others don\u2019t. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Also, if you\u2019re playing in a <strong>pit or a jazz band<\/strong>, the tone of a closed hole flute works very well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"C_foot_vs_B_foot\"><\/span>C foot vs. B foot<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>By the same token, a <strong>C foot<\/strong> flute will most likely work better for a doubler than a B foot. It\u2019s <strong>lighter<\/strong>, making it easier on the hands and arms. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It also <strong>responds more easily<\/strong>, especially in the third octave. In addition, you most likely won\u2019t be asked to play a low B very often. Buying a flute with a C foot is also a <strong>less expensive<\/strong> choice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Inline_G_vs_offset_G\"><\/span>Inline G vs. offset G<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>As a doubler, it\u2019s a good idea to get a flute with an offset G. <strong>It matches the design of the keys on a saxophone better<\/strong>, with the third finger of the left hand set a little further over than the other keys.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>An offset G is simply <strong>more comfortable to play<\/strong>, because it follows the natural shape of the fingers and the hand.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Split_E_mechanism\"><\/span>Split E mechanism<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If possible, try to get a flute with a split E mechanism, which <strong>makes the high E respond much more easily<\/strong>. For many flute doublers, this note can be difficult to respond.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Head_joint\"><\/span>Head joint<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>When play-testing a flute you\u2019re interested in, make sure the head joint is one that responds easily. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Try playing your other instrument(s) then quickly switching to the flute quickly. How easily does it respond? Does it produce a sound with good tonal depth throughout the range of the instrument?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s a good idea to get a <strong>silver head joint <\/strong>to go with a student level flute as it will improve your tone drastically.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Budget_for_a_doubler_flute\"><\/span>Budget for a doubler flute<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Much of the cost of a flute is determined by how much silver it contains. You can find a new flute with a silver head joint for around $750.00. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>An instrument with a silver head joint and body costs about $1,500.00, and it\u2019s about $3,000.00 for a flute with a silver head joint, silver body and silver keys.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Best_flutes_for_doublers\"><\/span>Best flutes for doublers<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group yacgroup is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Haynes_Commercial\"><\/span>Haynes Commercial<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"600\" height=\"75\" src=\"https:\/\/groovewiz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Haynes-Commercial.jpg\" alt=\"Haynes Commercial\" class=\"wp-image-2459\" srcset=\"https:\/\/groovewiz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Haynes-Commercial.jpg 600w, https:\/\/groovewiz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Haynes-Commercial-300x38.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>The Haynes Commercial is an older model flute that has been popular with doublers for years. Featuring a <strong>silver body and keys<\/strong>, this flute is <strong>closed hole<\/strong> with an <strong>offset G <\/strong>and a <strong>C foot<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Commercial is known for having <strong>good projection throughout the range<\/strong> of the instrument, and has a compact tone. Its intonation is excellent.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Since the Haynes Commercial is <strong>very durable<\/strong>, if you buy one that\u2019s in good shape, it shouldn\u2019t need much work done on it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Used Haynes Commercial flutes are selling for around $2,500 to $3,500.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group yacgroup is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Yamaha_222\"><\/span>Yamaha 222<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"600\" height=\"75\" src=\"https:\/\/groovewiz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Yamaha-222.jpg\" alt=\"Yamaha 222\" class=\"wp-image-2458\" srcset=\"https:\/\/groovewiz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Yamaha-222.jpg 600w, https:\/\/groovewiz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Yamaha-222-300x38.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Many doublers use and recommend Yamaha flutes, specifically the Yamaha 222. It is considered a <strong>student flute<\/strong>, but is <strong>very well made and durable<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Yamaha 222 has a <strong>nickel silver head joint, body and foot joint<\/strong>, with a silver-plated finish. It is <strong>closed hole<\/strong>, and it comes with a <strong>C foot joint<\/strong> and an <strong>offset G<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This flute includes Yamaha\u2019s CY headjoint. The design of this head joint features a double flare taper and an undercut design to the embouchure hole. These specifications give the flute a <strong>quick and even response<\/strong> from low to high.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A new Yamaha 222 is about $580.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group yacgroup is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Armstrong_104\"><\/span>Armstrong 104<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"600\" height=\"75\" src=\"https:\/\/groovewiz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Armstrong-104.jpg\" alt=\"Armstrong 104\" class=\"wp-image-2457\" srcset=\"https:\/\/groovewiz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Armstrong-104.jpg 600w, https:\/\/groovewiz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Armstrong-104-300x38.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>A top seller, the Armstrong 104 is another favorite among doublers, who appreciate its easy response throughout the registers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This flute has a <strong>silver plated head joint and body<\/strong>. It is <strong>closed hole<\/strong> and has an <strong>offset G<\/strong> and a <strong>C foot<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The keywork has light action, making it easy to play. But it is sturdy and durable, so it\u2019s meant to last.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Armstrong 104 sells new for about $1,200.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group yacgroup is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Pearl_Quantz_505_with_the_plateau_key_option\"><\/span>Pearl Quantz 505 with the plateau key option<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"600\" height=\"75\" src=\"https:\/\/groovewiz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Pearl-Quantz-505.jpg\" alt=\"Pearl Quantz 505\" class=\"wp-image-2456\" srcset=\"https:\/\/groovewiz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Pearl-Quantz-505.jpg 600w, https:\/\/groovewiz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Pearl-Quantz-505-300x38.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>This model of Pearl flute comes with many options: closed or open holed, inline G or offset G, and a C foot or a B foot. It features a split E mechanism. The instrument is silver plated.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Pearl flutes are well known for having a beautiful tone and excellent intonation and are very popular with doublers.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Pearl Quantz 505 flute version that is closed holed with an offset G and a C foot sells for $732.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group yacgroup is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Di_Zhao_DZ-200_for_doublers\"><\/span>Di Zhao DZ-200 for doublers<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"600\" height=\"75\" src=\"https:\/\/groovewiz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Di-Zhao-DZ-200.jpg\" alt=\"Di Zhao DZ-200\" class=\"wp-image-2455\" srcset=\"https:\/\/groovewiz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Di-Zhao-DZ-200.jpg 600w, https:\/\/groovewiz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Di-Zhao-DZ-200-300x38.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Di Zhao flutes are relatively new to the market, but they are highly respected. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The DZ-200 has a <strong>silver plated head joint<\/strong> with a <strong>sterling silver lip plate<\/strong>. The body and foot joint are silver plated. With an <strong>offset G<\/strong> and a <strong>C foot<\/strong>, the split E mechanism is also available.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Di Zhao DZ-200 has <strong>closed holes<\/strong>, and is padded by hand to ensure a tight seal that will last. The head joint is hand cut.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The DZ-200 is priced at around $700.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group yacgroup is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Prelude_by_Conn-Selmer\"><\/span>Prelude by Conn-Selmer<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"600\" height=\"75\" src=\"https:\/\/groovewiz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Conn-Selmer-Prelude.jpg\" alt=\"Conn Selmer Prelude\" class=\"wp-image-2454\" srcset=\"https:\/\/groovewiz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Conn-Selmer-Prelude.jpg 600w, https:\/\/groovewiz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Conn-Selmer-Prelude-300x38.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Conn-Selmer has been a highly-regarded instrument manufacturer for many years. They are known for providing excellent instruments which are durable and not overpriced. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Prelude is also a popular choice among doublers. It&#8217;s <strong>silver plated<\/strong> and comes with a head joint that responds easily. The <strong>holes are closed<\/strong> and it has an <strong>offset G <\/strong>and a <strong>C foot<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This flute has a full, projecting tone and the key action is quick and easy. It is priced at $550.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>When you play a woodwind instrument, chances are you will be asked to double on another woodwind. Whether you\u2019re playing in the pit for a musical or you\u2019re part of a jazz band, you may need to be able to double on flute. If you want to double on flute, you don\u2019t necessarily need to &#8230; <a title=\"Best Flute For Doublers: The Right Flute For The Right Use\" class=\"read-more\" href=\"https:\/\/groovewiz.com\/best-flute-for-doublers\/\" aria-label=\"More on Best Flute For Doublers: The Right Flute For The Right Use\">Read more<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":6,"featured_media":2453,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[13],"tags":[],"aioseo_notices":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/groovewiz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2433"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/groovewiz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/groovewiz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/groovewiz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/6"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/groovewiz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=2433"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/groovewiz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2433\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/groovewiz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/2453"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/groovewiz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=2433"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/groovewiz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=2433"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/groovewiz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=2433"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}