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Easing
Into Extended Technique:
Volumes.2 Harmonics
by composer/flutist Linda L. Holland
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Acoustical physics
teaches us that an individual tone is actually made up of many parts,
each with its own specific pitch. Our ear and brain take in all these
separate pitches and translate them into a single identifiable tone.
The individual parts that make up a sound are called harmonics.
On the flute it is possible to isolate the individual harmonics that
make up a tone. This is accomplished by “over-blowing”
a regularly fingered note in the low octave. Practice of this technique
has a number of benefits for the flutist: 1) it strengthens the muscles
of embouchure; 2) it develops greater control over tone and pitch;
and 3) it reinforces the correct body position necessary for accurate
tone production.
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1)
An explanation of the harmonic series and how it applies to the flute.
2) Suggestions for practicing harmonics and learning the pieces.
3) Silver Threads Among the Gold, a traditional English air
set in harmonics for solo flute.
4) Drink to Me Only With Thine Eyes, a melody by H.P. Danks
set in harmonics for solo flute.
5) Chaconne, an original composition based on harmonics for
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