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If you’ve ever walked into a performance wondering what everyone else was thinking… Did they catch that missed note?Did I sound “good enough”?Did I just waste their time? You’re not alone. Up to 75% of musicians experience performance anxiety at some point in their careers. It doesn’t matter how talented or experienced you are—when you’re […]

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How to Make a Diminuendo on the Flute Without Going Flat | Blog from Sarah Weisbrod, Flutist & Practice Strategist.

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How to Make a Diminuendo on the Flute Without Going Flat

Making a beautiful diminuendo on the flute is one of the hardest things to do. The pitch tends to go flat, and when it does, it’s easy to compromise by squeezing the lips. And while that may save the pitch, it impacts your tone quality. But, the good news is that it’s possible to make […]

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Practice Like a Pro: 11 Essential Steps to Take Your Playing to the Next Level

Discover 11 essential elements that will take your playing to the next level.

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flutist, teaching artist, educator

Hi, I'm Sarah Weisbrod!

I'm a Twin Cities, MN flutist who's obsessed with the language of music and conquering obstacles on the flute.

Learning how to build a phrase, bring out important notes, and how to communicate musically changed my flute playing. It gave me stability when playing fast and better control of my nerves. It had such a profound impact on me that it’s the foundation of my teaching.

Everything I share with you, I do in my own daily practice. I’ve literally practiced what I teach. 

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