5 Flute Habits that Secretly Hold You Back (and what to do instead)

Do you ever feel like you're practicing but not making the progress you hoped for? You're not alone! In this episode, Rebecca Fuller from Learn Flute Online uncovers 5 common flute habits that secretly hold players back—plus exactly what to do instead. Whether your tone is fuzzy, your fingers feel clumsy, or your vibrato seems wobbly, there's likely a small, hidden habit causing the issue. The good news? These are all easy to fix once you know how. Inside this episode, you'll learn: Why rolling the flute inward makes your tone worse (even if it feels like it helps) The posture mistake that leads to saggy tone and face tension How to correct uncontrolled vibrato (yes, that goat-like sound has a name!) The one fingering slip-up that makes your D and E♭ notes sound stuffy Why "wiggling" your flute doesn't actually fix your tone—and what to do instead This episode is packed with practical, easy-to-understand strategies you can apply today—whether you're a total beginner or a returning player. 🎵 Want more support? Join the full members' area at for step-by-step learning, video tutorials, and a positive, supportive flute community. If this episode was helpful, please follow the show, leave a review, and share it with your flute friends. Your support helps other aspiring flutists find their path to progress and joy!

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5 Flute Habits that Secretly Hold You Back (and what to do instead) is an episode from Learn Flute Podcast by Rebecca Fuller.

This episode is 19:38 long.

This episode was published on Jun 13, 2025.

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