Recorder
We have wooden and plastic recorders, so there's something for every taste and budget.
The recorder is an ancient instrument. It dates back to the Stone Age. Back then, the flute was probably made from animal bones. Nowadays, it is primarily made of wood.
The recorder as a beginner instrument
The recorder is an excellent beginner's instrument - despite the rough treatment it has received in primary school as a forced group activity in music lessons. It's easy to play and easy to get sound out of. The fingerings are a good stepping stone to other wind instruments as they are somewhat transferable. So if you have ambitions to master a larger wind instrument, we recommend starting with the recorder, which is easy to carry in your bag and practice on whenever you have the time.
Beginners typically start on a soprano recorder.
The shrill sound you might remember from elementary school of 20 recorders in unison can be put in a drawer. When the recorder is treated with respect, you get the finest, soft and warm sound. The difficulty level can be increased as you get to grips with the sound. The only limit to how fast your fingers can move is kun your own physical ability.
Recorder maintenance tips
Here are 3 quick tips for maintaining your wooden recorder:
- Wipe the recorder dry after playing it. Make sure you get around corners and edges.
- Leave the recorder in the shade to dry overnight after playing it.
- Avoid playing all day so that the recorder is constantly wet. Schedule practice times in blocks so that it can dry in the meantime.
All three tips are about keeping the recorder dry and healthy in daily practice. Once in a while, the flute could use an extra thorough cleaning with oil.
You can buy everything for maintenance of your recorder on this page.