This is an Eb-major version of my popular remix of Marat Axianov work. Bore, embouchoure and tone holes have been reworked and adapted in order to play in tune in the new key. An Eb flute has a slightly brighter tone than a D one.
The tenon must be glued into the middle sections, or otherwise secured with PTFE plumbing tape or similar material.
Waxed cotton/linen/hemp thread must be used to obtain an airtight seal bewteen the flute joints. See this video on how to do the bindings: Flute tenon rebinding demo by Tony Millyard
Maintenance
After playing, dry the bore of the flute with a soft cloth placed on the top of a wooden dowel.
You are expected to rebind the joints every now and then, to ensure the airtightness of the flute.
Be careful when using PTFE tape on the joints: too much will make them stuck forever or - even worse - will crack the flute.
Since its plastic, feel free to rinse the flute with lukewarm water and dish soap to sanitize it. Remove the bindings first. Dry throuroughly and accurately before re-binding the flute and playing it again.
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