This guide is meant to help you through the early stages of learning how to play Irish flute, starting with choosing a flute and moving on to learning how to play. It includes a list of useful books and other opportunities for learning.

The guide has three main sections:

1. Choosing a flute
2. Learning to play
3. Flute maintenance and repair

When you’re done reading the guide, check out this website’s other resources:

• Directory of flute makers and dealers
• List of recommended players
• Interviews with flute players and makers