Yexiao can be played in two positions: standing and sitting. You must keep your body in a natural state when playing.

vertical

The vertical position is generally used for solo or duet performances. The arms are naturally forward, the two hands are holding the flute, the fingers are naturally bent, the chest and waist should be straight, but the chest and belly should not be raised, and the head should be forward but not leaning forward or backward. Shoulders and elbows hang naturally, avoid shrugging. When the xiao is placed on the mouth, it forms an angle of about 45 degrees with the body. Because the angle is too small, it is easy to bow the head, and if the angle is too large, it is easy to raise the neck. This is not only indecent, but also affects breathing. Stand with your legs still, feet slightly apart, and your body weight between your legs.

seated

Sitting is generally used in ensemble or accompaniment. Seated upper body is exactly the same as standing. The height of the seat should be appropriate, and one leg should not be placed on the other leg, which will not only be indecent, but also affect normal breathing. The blowing posture is the most suitable for the physiological structure of the human body. Therefore, the most basic principle of holding the flute is to maintain the natural state of the human body, so that you can quickly master the correct playing posture.