Silver flute in blue case with dented headjoint
Description
Hey, I lost my silver flute yesterday around 3:15pm near the WIU Bookstore on University Drive in Macomb, Western Illinois. It’s a Yamaha flute, silver with a blue hard case and a black lining inside. The case has a small white scuff along the zipper, and the headjoint has a tiny dent that's visible when you tilt it in the light. Inside the case there’s a faded sticker with the name 'K. Patel' written in blue marker. This flute means a lot to me—it was a gift from my former teacher and has been with me through concerts and school recitals. If someone found it, I’d really appreciate getting it back; you can reach me at [email protected].
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