"The Right Flute for the Right Flutist"

Jean Antrim

Founding member of the Internationally acclaimed Rameau Trio, in addition to her extensive performing and teaching career, has been consulting, purchasing and advising clients on all aspects of choosing and purchasing modern Flutes and Baroque Traversos.

Her ability to assess a clients needs and choose an appropriate instrument caused the Conn Instrument Company to attempt to engage her services for them. However, she excells at working as an independent consultant, using her talents as a highly respected flutist to determine "The Right Flute for the Right Flutist".

Her services are done one to one, whether it is a parent seeking a student level flute for their youngster, all the way to a professional who lacks the expertise to choose a flute that meets all of their needs. She will consult with prospective customers, consider all their needs, including financial and the player’s level. Her assistance can be offered from consultation to purchase, and all the steps in between, or consultation for recommendation of a purchase.

With so many changes in flute technology, and innovation incorporated in the designs of flutes and piccolos, Jean is constantly playing and assessing instruments new to the market. This attention to detail, plus her instinctive and technical abilities, give her the edge needed to separate the fine instruments from the rank, inferior ones, thus assuring you of the best possible choice for your needs and budget.

My Business Philosophy

The most important benefit of this website is to offer honest, expert sales service in an effort to circumvent the lure of dealing with "virtual stores" and unscrupulous dealers.

With over 60 years of professional experience as a musician, teacher, and sales consultant, I am uniquely qualified to offer you personally tailored advice and service. I select a flute and complete the process with a successful purchase for you.

All students seen on this website use flutes purchased through me. My motto, "The Right Flute for the Right Flutist", means I will always strive to provide a superior Value-Added Service to all my students and customers.

Flute Evaluation Criteria used by Jean

Necessary merits of flute need to be:

Ease of Playing
Accuracy of tonal ictus (immediacy of attack)
Agility - mechanical response
Durability
Tonal Characteristics - This is usually influenced by the degree of silver, gold or other precious metals used to make the flute.
Fair and affordable price

Occasionally, I have very good quality used instruments, both flutes and piccolos for sale, so do inquire if you are interested. Keep in mind that used instruments do not have warranties or return privileges.

PAYMENT FOR NEW INSTRUMENTS CAN BE CONSUMMATED BY USE OF CREDIT CARD, CASHIERS CHECK OR POSTAL MONEY ORDER. USED INSTRUMENTS CAN BE PAID FOR BY CASHIERS CHECK OR POSTAL MONEY ORDER ONLY.