Concert Flute Care and Maintenance

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1. 1

   What should be done immediately after playing to remove moisture from inside a concert flute?

   A Pass a lint-free cloth on a cleaning rod through each section B Blow warm air through the assembled instrument C Rinse the tubing with clean water
2. 2

   Which handling method shown conceptually by the image is safest when assembling a concert flute?

   

   A Hold the keywork firmly and push the sections straight together B Hold the smooth tubing and join the sections with a gentle twisting motion C Grip the lip plate and footjoint keys while rotating both sections
3. 3

   Which maintenance tool is illustrated for drying the inside of a flute?

   

   A A pad-leveling clamp B A spring hook C A cleaning rod with a lint-free cloth
4. 4

   A cleaning rod is inserted fully into the headjoint, and its reference line appears centered in the embouchure hole. What does this indicate?

   

   A The headjoint cork assembly is approximately in its standard position B The lip plate is correctly aligned with the body keys C The headjoint has been inserted to the correct tuning depth
5. 5

   When a pad is slightly sticky, which procedure is safest for routine care?

   

   A Apply metal polish to the pad and press the key repeatedly B Place clean ungummed paper beneath the pad, close gently, release the key, and remove the paper C Pull an abrasive strip through while holding the key tightly closed
6. 6

   After the flute has been swabbed and its exterior wiped, where should it normally be stored?

   A Assembled on a stand beside a window B Wrapped tightly in a damp cloth C Disassembled in its fitted case in a stable, dry environment
7. 7

   Several notes suddenly sound airy, and one key appears not to seal completely. What is the best response?

   A Have a qualified technician inspect the pads and key regulation B Bend the key cup downward until it closes C Oil the pad surface to improve its seal
8. 8

   What is the safest routine method for removing fingerprints from the exterior of a silver-plated flute?

   A Scrub the tubing with an abrasive household cleaner B Gently wipe the tubing with a clean, soft microfiber cloth C Immerse the assembled flute in soapy water
9. 9

   A flute has been left in a cold vehicle. What should the player do before using it indoors?

   A Warm it rapidly with a hair dryer B Run the headjoint under hot water C Let the closed case warm gradually to room temperature
10. 10

    The image shows a key cup sitting at an angle and failing to meet its tone hole evenly. What should the player do?

    

    A Stop adjusting it and take the flute to a repair technician B Press the key sideways until the cup becomes level C Remove the pad and reinstall it by hand
11. 11

    What should be done if a metal flute's headjoint tenon becomes difficult to insert into the body?

    A Coat the tenon with cork grease B Wipe both metal fitting surfaces clean and dry, then seek service if tightness remains C Force the sections together by gripping the keys
12. 12

    In professional flute maintenance, what does a scheduled COA service generally include?

    A Changing the instrument's bore and replacing every key B Polishing only the exterior while leaving the mechanism untouched C Cleaning, oiling, and adjusting the mechanism, with inspection for leaks and wear