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Low C (Middle C) flute fingering (C4)
Low C is the bottom note of a standard flute. Press the long C key with your right pinky and keep every other key down.
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First octave (octave 4) · 261.6 Hz
Keys to press
- Left thumb key (B)
- Left index finger (1)
- Left middle finger (2)
- Left ring finger (3)
- Right index finger (1)
- Right middle finger (2)
- Right ring finger (3)
- C key (right pinky)
Alternate fingerings
No common alternate fingering is listed for this note yet.
Tips for playing C4
Low C is the bottom note of a standard flute. Press the long C key with your right pinky and keep every other key down.
Low notes need a slower, wider stream of air. Relax your lips, drop your jaw slightly and give the note plenty of air.