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Has anyone ever experienced an inadvertent buzz in there larynx while playing between C and B it really bugs me not sure if I just need more time working down there to find the sweet spot?
 

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Never felt this. Can't imagine what it feels like. Maybe someone will be able to come up with a solution.
 

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Yes, occasionally. It feels sort of like a growl in the back of the throat.

edit - Oh shoot! I just noticed this was a flute thread. I have this sensation with tenor sax. Never on flute that I can recall.
 

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It's probably low level vocalizing along with the note.
Useful if intended not if inadvertent.
Indeed.
A really bad habit in that the more you do it the more automatic and ingrained it becomes and the more difficult to undo.
Relax. Say "Ahh".... open the throat.
 

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Also remember that you are exciting the column of air in the flute and not trying to blow it out.
Leaky flutes and fingers, if open hole, can be an issue.
Students are advised to breathe not blow into the flute. ;)

Low B is nice when playing Autumn Leaves in one sharp but two flats is rather nice as well.
Makes it easier for Bb horns. :D
 
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