Here's a more detailed explanation of how a flute works:
1. Blowing air across the hole in the side of the flute (the embouchure hole) creates a jet of air.
2. The jet of air strikes the edge of the hole, causing it to oscillate.
3. The oscillation of the hole creates sound waves that travel through the flute.
4. The shape of the flute and the placement of the holes determine the pitch of the sound. The length of the flute and the distance between the holes determine the wavelength of the sound waves.
5. The pitch of the sound can be changed by changing the fingering (that is, the way in which the holes are covered or uncovered).
6. The tone of the sound can be changed by changing the way the air is blown across the embouchure hole.
The flute is a versatile instrument capable of producing a wide variety of sounds. It is used in various musical genres, including classical music, jazz, folk, and rock.