![]() ![]() This style can be difficult for players with small hands and fingers, particularly on the larger flutes. The finger tips are used to cover holes (as in picture below). I also play using this style and demonstrate how the holes should be covered in the pictures below: You will notice that if you cover a hole and there is a slight gap, the sound will be squeaky or non existent, so it is important to ensure you cover the holes correctly. When playing in this style, keep in mind that the lines on your fingers should not be over the holes as this will cause the air to leak and effect the sound (See picture to the right). ![]() The others fingers cover the holes and the thumbs help keep the flute in place without slipping. The little finger (or pinkie) is not used and does not need to touch the flute. The fingers must be able to dance over the holes and therefore should not be used to support the flute – Use the thumbs and the chin to do this. The thumbs help to support the bansuri and keep it in position. The pads of the fingers are used to cover the holes – not the finger tips. There are 2 main ways of gripping the bansuri. In the pictures below, you will see that one player is left handed and the other right. If you are left handed, you will do the opposite. If you are right handed then you will use your left hand to cover the top 3 holes and your right hand will be used on the bottom of the flute. If you have only just begun to play the bansuri, you may be unsure how to hold the flute. ![]()
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