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tonebase Flute Course

Excerpt Focus: Debussy's Prelude to the Afternoon of a Faun

Taught by renowned flutist

Based on a poem by Stéphane Mallarmé, Prelude to the Afternoon of a Faun is a dreamy, beloved masterpiece in the flute repertoire. Mark Sparks discusses how to use technique and musicianship to bring it to life.

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    Category: 
    repertoire
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    Difficulty: 
    intermediate
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    Duration: 
    1
     hours
     hour

Course Syllabus

Prelude to the Afternoon of a Faun

Sparks discusses why this excerpt is essentially an echo, how to phrase it, and how to use our air properly, among much more.

Appendix A. Breathing

We can practice extended breathing methodically via trial and error. In this lesson, Sparks shares how to practice breathing.

Appendix B. Expression

Despite the dreamy atmosphere, it's important not to over-romanticize this excerpt. Sparks demonstrates how to find the right degrees of subtlety.

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