Philipp Hammig Piccolo Guide
Are you looking for a professional piccolo? You should consider at least one Philipp Hammig piccolo model. While the brand isn’t for everyone, it’s good to try it out. You never know what you might decide to buy.
March 2022
Piccolo Bores: Cylindrical vs. Conical
A while back, I wrote a post about different materials that piccolos are made of. You can find piccolos in various metals, woods, and even plastic. Aside from their different materials, you can also find different piccolo bores. The bore is the shape of the inside of the tube of a wind instrument. Many instruments, like …
Student Piccolo vs. Professional Piccolo
Before you buy your next instrument, you should consider if that should be a student or professional piccolo. The question may not be as easy as you think. To help, consider how these two types of piccolos differ. That way, you can narrow your search to models that meet your needs. Here are the differences …
Lyric Piccolo: Your Guide
Do you want to upgrade your piccolo? If spending a ton of money isn’t an option, you may want to try the Lyric piccolo. This model is an excellent upgrade for many players. It’s also more budget-friendly. Give it a try when looking for your next piccolo to learn if it’s right for you.
Guide to Piccolo Materials
Piccolo makers use materials in their piccolos to get a distinct sound. Different materials can also affect the price of a piccolo. This post will give an overview to the different piccolo materials you can choose from. When choosing a piccolo, you can choose from a variety of materials. The most common are metal, plastic, …
How Much Should You Practice Piccolo?
Do you want to practice piccolo the right amount? Unfortunately, there’s no perfect answer that applies to every player. Be sure to consider your playing level, goals, and other obligations. Then, you’ll know how much practice time you need as a piccolo player. Consider the following tips to help schedule your piccolo practice.
Piccolo Lessons for Beginners: Make the Most of Them
Do you want to start playing the piccolo? You may want to take some piccolo lessons for beginners to nail down the basics. The right piccolo teacher can help you. Even if you don’t take lessons every week, consistency is key. Soon enough, you may be able to play a major concerto.
How to Play Piccolo (when you really don’t like it)
You’ve heard you have to play piccolo. But you don’t like how high pitched it sounds. So you avoid it as much as you can. Even though you know how important it is. I get it. The piccolo is higher pitched than flute, but that doesn’t mean it’s the devil’s instrument. If you want to …
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4 Differences Between the Piccolo and Flute
Do you want to learn more about the piccolo and flute? You should consider some of the ways these instruments differ. While they’re both part of the flute family, there are quite a few things that make them individual instruments. Consider how they differ and why that matters.
Burkart Piccolo Guide
Do you want to improve your piccolo playing? You may want to look into buying a Burkart piccolo. These instruments are some of the best you’ll find, but they aren’t for everyone. Consider if any of the models would work for you.