Schott Music Die fröhliche Querflöte 1

Die fröhliche Querflöte 1 is a flute method designed especially for children aged 7 and up, suitable for both individual and group lessons. This well-structured and pedagogically sound textbook provides a holistic approach to learning the flute, covering essential fundamentals such as instrument parts and function, posture, and breathing technique. As students advance, the material builds gradually in difficulty, fostering confidence and steady progress.

Students begin by playing on the headjoint and gradually extend their range from d′ to c″″. The book also introduces composition and improvisation, laying a foundation for both technical proficiency and creative expression.

To keep lessons engaging and practical, the method features a vibrant mix of tuneful pieces, simple exercises, and colorful illustrations. Many of the included pieces are available as downloadable MP3s, providing valuable support for practice at home.

Contents Overview:

• Welcome
• Parts of the flute
• Proper posture
• The mouth and embouchure
• First notes on the headjoint
• Overblowing and blowing techniques
• Assembling the flute
• The bent headjoint
• Holding the flute correctly
• First notes on the flute (B, A, G)
• Instrument care
• Note values and rests
• Time signatures and meter
• Four melodies from four countries
• Notes C, F, E
• Playing legato
• Play-in page
• Accidentals
• Eighth notes
• Upbeats
• Three Christmas carols
• The sharp sign
• Notes D and D″
• Overblowing
• Notes E″, F″, G″, A″
• First scale: F major
• New fingering for B′
• F♯″ and G major scale
• Music theory basics
• C♯″ and D major scale
• Dotted quarter notes
• B″ and new play-in page
• E♭′ and E♭″
• B♭″ and B major scale
• Note C″ and C major scale
• Farewell
• My favorite pieces
• Fingering chart