Trevor James AF2 Alto Flute

The TJ alto flute opens a different dimension of sound, one defined by depth, resonance, and expressive space.

Recognized with the UK Music Industry Association’s ‘Best Woodwind & Brass Instrument’ award, these popular alto flutes have become a trusted choice for flute players and multi-instrumentalists seeking a voice beyond the traditional C flute.

At the heart of every TJ alto flute is a carefully developed headjoint, free-blowing, highly responsive, and designed to manage the greater air demands of the instrument with ease. The result is a playing experience that feels open and natural, allowing the player to focus on shaping sound rather than producing it.

The tonal character is unmistakable. Rich, sonorous, and quietly powerful, the alto flute offers a palette that moves effortlessly from dark, velvety textures to more direct and projecting lines. It is equally at home in ensemble blending, chamber music, or as a distinctive solo voice.

Balanced mechanism, considered ergonomics, and stable construction ensure that the instrument remains comfortable and dependable, allowing extended playing without compromise.

This is an instrument that invites exploration, of colour, phrasing, and musical space.

Model

• Silver-plated alto flute with 925 silver lip plate and riser
  Combining tonal warmth and clarity with durability and stability for regular performance use

Key Features

• 925 silver lip plate and riser headjoint
  Enhances tonal depth, warmth, and projection, supporting a rich, resonant alto flute sound
• Free-blowing, responsive headjoint design
  Reduces resistance while maintaining tonal focus, allowing for effortless sound production across the range
• Curved or straight headjoint options
  Offers ergonomic flexibility, curved for comfort and accessibility, straight for a more open, projecting response
• Hand undercut and overcut embouchure
  Improves airflow efficiency, articulation clarity, and tonal flexibility
• Traditional Y-arm key mechanism
  Ensures structural strength and long-term reliability, particularly important for larger instruments
• Ergonomically designed keywork (left and right hand)
  Supports a natural hand position, reducing tension and improving technical ease
• Triple-plated finish (copper flash with double silver plating)
  Enhances durability while maintaining a clear, resonant tonal core
• Double skin yellow pads
  Provide a reliable airtight seal, contributing to consistent response and stable tuning
• Hidden adjusting screws
  Allow for precise mechanical regulation while maintaining a clean, refined aesthetic
• Closed hole keywork with C footjoint
  Offers stability, comfort, and accessibility for a wide range of players
• Hand set-up and finished in UK technical workshops
  Each instrument is carefully regulated to ensure optimal balance, response, and playability
• Wooden case with fleecy-lined case cover
  Protective and practical for regular transport