Straight Flute
On a side flute you have to make the sound before the flute gives you a note, and for a complete beginner that first clear tone can take days. Plenty of people lose heart right there.
A straight flute removes that hurdle. The sound comes easily, you are playing short phrases within the first week, and the habit forms while the interest is still fresh. Think of it as a bridge — cross over to the side flute once you know you enjoy this.









