If you want to play the piccolo, you want it to be fun, so you may decide to get a colored piccolo. But are colored piccolos any good? Sadly, they’re not the best, at least in most cases. While there are always exceptions, you should generally try to avoid piccolos of different colors, so read …
Are you looking for a good book that covers piccolo foundations? I can’t recommend The Mazzanti Method enough! I got this book a few years ago, and I’ve used a lot of the exercises to improve my playing overall. Read on to learn if this book has the kind of exercises you’re looking for.
Are you looking to start playing the piccolo or to get your first upgrade? You should compare the Yamaha YPC-32 vs. Yamaha YPC-62. These piccolos sound similar, but their differences outweigh the same brand and naming system. Be sure to learn as much as you can about both models before you test them out.
Do you want to know how to oil your piccolo headjoint? I kind of wish I learned this when I got my first full wood piccolo because I could have prevented a crack or at least minimized it. Luckily, you don’t have to make the same mistake I did. Read on to learn how to …
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Do you want to upgrade your piccolo? You may wonder if wood piccolos are better than other materials, at least for your needs. They can be the perfect choice for many players, but they take a lot of work as well. Read on to learn if wood is the best choice for your next instrument.
If you just bought a piccolo, you may think the spending money part is over. Unfortunately, you may need to spend money on a COA, but what is a COA? It’s the basic maintenance that you need to get for your flute and piccolo at least yearly. Read on to learn more about how COAs …
If you’ve played the flute or piccolo for a while, you may have come across a model with a split E mechanism. This spec is quite popular, but do you know how it works and what it does? Read on to learn more and decide if your next piccolo or flute should have it and …
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How do Armstrong vs. Pearl piccolo models compare? It’s an important question, especially if you’re shopping for your first piccolo or looking to upgrade. I’ve played piccolos from both brands, and each has unique pros and cons. If you’re interested in either brand, read on to learn more about their similarities and differences.
If you’re looking to better your piccolo playing, you should compare intermediate vs. professional piccolo models. Then, you can determine if it’s time for an upgrade. Not every piccolo is for every player, so what has worked for me might not work for you. Be sure to consider how intermediate and professional instruments differ to …
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Do you want to play piccolo in an orchestra? You should start working on the solos in the book Orchestral Excerpts for Piccolo, even if you don’t have an audition yet. The excerpts can be tricky, so you need as much practice as you can get. Then, you can be better prepared when an audition …
