Woodwind Resource Guide

This practical guide for flautists provides a survey of the instrument - its development, its technique, its repertoire and its literature - between 1700 and 1900. Each issue is set in a musical context and technical and stylistic matters such as fingering, tone production, articulation, ornamentation, vibrato, expression and delivery are examined in depth, applying evidence from historical sources to the standard flute repertoire.

This resource is a book that combines history and advice that describes some famous flautists and traces the development of the flute, both as a solo instrument and as an integrated part of the modern-day orchestra, in addition to providing practical tips and descriptions of various playing techniques.

This resource is a book that traces the history and development of the orchestral flute from its origins in ancient times up into modern times in addition to the varieties of design, materials, manufacture, capabilities, and techniques for the flute.

The French flute player and conductor Paul Taffanel (1844-1908) was an extraordinary virtuoso and a major figure in fin-de-siècle Parisian musical life. Based on a treasure trove of private documents of Taffanel's previously unpublished letters and papers, Taffanel: Genius of the Flute recounts the rich story of his multi-faceted career as a player, conductor, composer, teacher, and leader of musical organizations.

The internationally acclaimed, widely beloved flutist Sir James Galway reflects on his storied career spanning five decades and many genres of music, including the challenges he faced coming from the harsh environs of working-class Belfast and making the decision to go solo as a flutist as well as the triumphs as made his way to top of his profession.

This resource is an autobiography by professional flutists Donald Peck that offers an insider's view of the inner workings of the Chicago Symphony Orchestra, one of the most prestigious orchestras in the country.

Renowned classical musician Pandit Hariprasad Chaurasia's life reads almost like a film script. Wrestler in the morning, student during the daytime and flute player in secret, he lived more than a double life through his early years, till he broke away from his wrestler father's watchful eye to join All India Radio as a flautist. His mesmerizing flute can be heard in some of Hindi cinema's most popular songs, in a composition by the former Beatle George Harrison, as well as in recordings with renowned musicians from across the world. Hariprasad Chaurasia and his Breath of Gold will inspire and amaze everyone who reads the life story of this much-loved flautist.

The Flutist Quarterly is the flagship member publication of the National Flute Association, providing information and articles about the performance, study, history, manufacture, and enjoyment of flutes, flutists, and flute music. The library has all issues of the publication from 1984 to the present.

Flute Talk is a magazine dedicated to providing insights from experienced professionals for serious flute players of all different backgrounds. The library has all issues of the magazine from 1981 to the present, with a total of ten issues published annually.