The fife is another logical extension of the flute. It requires the formation of a flute embouchure, hence an easy transition is made to the concert flute. The smaller size of the fife allows the developing player to learn a sizeable repertoire before there is a need to switch to the concert flute.

Historically, music for the fife was written in the key of 'D.' Fife players traditionally use 'D' instrument fingerings and play music written for the 'D' instrument.

Fife Tutor
	Learn to play the fife as an extension of flute playing A complete method including historical notes, fingerings, and music from early fife tutors Excellent as a self-tutor or for class instruction Accompanimental CD (now out of print) includes traditional fife and drum selections as well as contemporary arrangements. Contact publisher to find if audio is available for download at melbay.com

The fife is alive and well on the web. Check out The Old Guard Fife and Drum Corps site-- an official branch of the U.S. Army.