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Recorder Playing Technique and Fingering
Image of a boy blowing up a balloon. Text under the image is "blow gently, it's NOT like blowing a balloon!" Image created by S. Swint.
Image of a girl sitting down, with a bowl of soup on her lap, holding a spoonful of soup. Text next to picture is "blow gently, like you are cooling your soup!" Image created by S. Swint.
Watch this video below by clicking the link to learn about breathing and starting sound on the recorder!
Watch this video below to get started on holding the recorder and playing your first note .... B
Images of notes G, A, and B on three music staves. The text under each staff indicates the recorder fingering for each note. The fingering for a "B" is thumb and first finger. The fingering for an "A" is thumb, first and second finger. The fingering for a "G" is thumb, first, second, and third finger. Image created by S. Swint.
Try All About B - video and recording below
Try this song we did in class: Walk like a Mummy
Let's learn a new Note - A
Learn More About Moving From B to A
Try BA Marching Monster Moving from B to A
Another song moving from B to A - Perry the Sheep
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This video will teach you to learn how to play all three notes G, A, B.
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Articulation When beginning a note, your tongue should touch your top teeth, making the syllable "to" or "do." In order to make the melody sound connected, use one continuous stream of air for each phrase. Don't forget to use gentle, warm air. |
A Few Reminders |
Recorder Rap Recorder Rap will help you learn the basics of technique (how to hold the recorder properly for playing). Listen! My feet are on the floor and my back is straight. My instrument is ready and I'm looking great Left hand at the top, Right below. My mouth is ready for fast or slow Warm air, gentle air that's the way. Cover holes tightly and now let's play! |
Video of students performing the Recorder Rap. Video created by L. Maquarrie |
Technique Quiz-Self Evaluation |
Extending the Learning
Complete the FINAL EXAM
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