The experts at BMC have found that most students play their first piccolo after about one year of playing the flute. Student piccolos offer combinations of materials, such as composite and nickel silver (as in the Yamaha YPC-32), to offer you a selection in both sound and cost. All first piccolos chosen by BMC, which feature nickel-silver alloys, are silver-plated to provide protection for those with the common allergy to nickel, as well as providing an attractive finish. The Armstrong 204 is an excellent silver plated student piccolo. Some student piccolos offer a resin or composite body, which is durable and weather-resistant, making these piccolos an excellent choice for indoor and outdoor performances. It is wise to purchase a piccolo from a retailer with an in-house repair shop. Piccolos are naturally fussy, and may require some periodic adjustments. Full service music stores can provide these services, often at a discount or free-of-charge.
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