Features of flute instrument
There are different types of flutes, but they all come in the form of a narrow, hollow cylinder. In the past, flutes were made of wood, but today they are made of different materials. Despite the slight differences, most flutes are made up of almost identical parts: the location of the edges, the connection, the right and left keys, the thumb keys of the connecting rod. Based on the shape of the flute, it is divided into different types: • Chinese flute: It is one of the oldest instruments in the world and it is divided into three groups: Dizi, Xiao, Paixiao, and Kodi. • Indian flute: made of bamboo with six to seven holes that are played obliquely • ocarina Flute: Made in China and is one of the oldest instruments in the world with 4 to 12 holes. They can be in different sizes from one pipe to one pipe. Apart from the way they play and the material of the body, these flutes are each used in specific parts and have different styles. There are many famous flutists around the world, including James Glavi, Jane Baxter, Emmanuel Fouad, Jim Perry Rampal, and more.
Learning music in Edmonton
In the early days, music was performed in churches and community halls in Edmonton. Edmonton has a history of performing opera and classical music. Both are sponsored by various clubs and associations. Edmonton's first major radio station, CKUA, began broadcasting music in 1927. This city is the center of music education. The University of Alberta began its Department of Music in 1945, and McEwan University opened a jazz theater and music program in 1980. The city is also very famous for holding symphony orchestras. Edmonton has a vibrant popular music scene in the genres of hip hop, reggae, R&B, rock, pop, metal, punk, country, and electronics. Famous local musicians of the past and present of this city include Robert Golett, Tommy Banks, Eleanor Collins, Stow Davis, Tim Fahan, Weapons of Cadence, Krishna Turner, Smalls. Festivals such as Edmonton Folk Festival and Edmonton Blues Festival are also held there annually.