Recorders

1. What is a recorder?
The recorder is an ancient instrument, dating from the 13th century. Yes, it's a real instrument! There are recordings available. There are also different types of recorders.
* Did you know that the recorder is offered as an instrument of study at many U.S. music schools, colleges and universities?

2. Who plays the recorder?
4th and 5th graders. In addition to learning how to play many songs, they will compose their own song on the recorders and notate the song on the Sibelius computer program.
 
3. How does my student get a recorder?
Students may:
- Bring one from home.
- Borrow a class recorder - you are issued one for the entire year.
- 4th graders only: Buy a recorder from me: Soprano Peripole Angel Halo Recorder (Baroque Fingering) for $5.00. Either cash or check to Waterbury School is accepted.

Students who own their recorders may take them home at any time.  They must bring recorders back to school on Music days (see Music Schedule).  Students are not supposed to twirl or throw their recorders (or pretend they are weapons) while walking in the hallways at school.
 
4. Why do the students use recorders?
Since my philosophy is that every student enters into the music-making process, with recorders all students are participating together. They will learn several songs and use their creativity by improvising and composing.
 
FINGERING CHARTS: (click) Interactive fingering chart!
Or print this one out.
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Last Modified: Tuesday, Nov. 10, 2009
 
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