Western concert flute
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| Classification | Edge-blown aerophone |
| Hornbostel–Sachs classification | 421.121.12 (open side-blown flute with fingerholes) |
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| The range of the standard C concert flute is C4 to C7, although higher notes are possible. Some professional models may have a key for low B3. | |
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The Western concert flute can refer to the common C concert flute or to the family of transverse (side-blown) flutes to which the C flute belongs. Almost all are made of metal or wood, or a combination of the two. A musician who plays the flute is called a “flautist” in British English, and a “flutist” in American English.
This type of flute is used in many ensembles, including concert bands, military bands, marching bands, orchestras, flute ensembles, and occasionally jazz combos and big bands. Other flutes in this family include the piccolo, the alto flute, and the bass flute. A large repertory of works has been composed for flute.