Hold the flute horizontally to your right
Place your left hand near the headjoint and your right hand farther down the body
Cover the keys with the pads of your fingers
Rest the flute on the chin area, below the lower lip
Form a small opening with your lips
Blow a steady stream of air across the embouchure hole
Adjust the angle and air direction until a clear tone sounds
Press different keys to change notes
Keep your fingers curved and close to the keys
Practice long tones to improve breath control
Practice scales to learn fingerings
Use a tuner to improve pitch accuracy
Keep your posture upright and relaxed
Clean and dry the flute after playing
Practice regularly to build control and consistency