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What are the three members o flute family?

The three members of the flute family are:

1. Piccolo: The piccolo is the highest-pitched member of the flute family. It is about half the size of a standard flute and sounds an octave higher.

2. Flute: The flute is the most common member of the flute family. It is a cylindrical tube with keys and a head joint that produces sound by blowing air across a hole.

3. Alto Flute: The alto flute is a larger version of the standard flute. It is pitched in G, a fifth lower than the standard flute.

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