Beginner's Guides,
Best Flutes for Beginners
With so many different options out there, it can be a daunting task trying to choose which model to purchase for your first instrument as a beginner. Our expert staff have looked through the range of instruments on offer, and selected our top three starter flutes in order to help you make your decision. Have a look at our choices below, or click here to view our entire range of flutes, including popular brands such as Yamaha, Trevor James and Pearl. Don't forget also to check out our flute accessories, including cases & bags, instrument stands, and a wide selection of cleaning and maintenance products to keep your instrument in full working order. Finally, once you have made your choice, you will need some music to play! Visit our sheet music department in order to browse and purchase from our catalogue of over 21,000 flute titles, including solo & ensemble repertoire, studies, scales & sight-reading, and tuition books.
Our Top Three Starter Flutes
Yamaha flutes have a good reputation for a reason. They are known for their exceptional quality, design, and consistency meaning that a Yamaha flute is a reliable choice for beginners. The YFL-212 model has been created specifically with the beginner in mind. The lip plate is designed to guide beginners towards correct breath utilisation and the keys are ergonomically placed, helping with the balance and playability of the instrument. The flute even has pointed key arms on the non-fingered keys which helps improve precision and responsiveness. Pointed key-arms are usually only seen in more intermediate to advanced flutes so they are a great addition to a beginner flute. The YFL-212 will last you throughout the majority of your music grades making it a great investment.
Also available with a curved headjoint for younger players, or a solid silver lip-plate for a richer and improved tone.
A popular choice for beginners, the Trevor James 10XE-P is great value for money, and is another reliable choice for starting to learn the instrument. Trevor James use high quality materials which means that their flutes are comfortable to play but also versatile, allowing students to learn at a quicker pace than they might do on other instruments. The TJ10XE-P features a shaped lip plate and riser which makes it very easy to play, and allows for an immediate and free blowing sound. The .925 silver used on the lip plate and riser improves the flute's tonal range and creates a rich, warm sound. Another unique feature of Trevor James flutes is the triple-plated finish on their tubing. The nickel tubing is copper-plated, and then two subsequent layers of silver-plate are added making the flute extremely durable, and adding to its resonant sound. A perfect choice for beginners.
The 505E is the first flute in Pearl's 'Quantz' series and is their basic model. This design of this versatile model enables beginner flautists to concentrate on the essentials of performance, making the flute more fun and enjoyable to play. With build features exclusive to Pearl and a lovely shine from its silver plating, this robust instrument is strong as well as beautiful. The most striking feature of these flutes is their sound - Pearl has a revered commitment to accuracy of pitch, flexible articulation and a beautiful, projecting sound.
Also available as the Pearl 525E which is the basic model with the addition of a silver lip plate and riser.
Clare Preston - Woodwind Specialist
