Is the recorder easy to learn?

The recorder is one of the easiest instruments to learn. When played well, the recorder is a joy to listen to. For older beginners, the best thing about the recorder is it doesn’t take a lot of breath to get a sound out of it, making it an easy musical instrument to learn for adults.

Is a treble recorder the same as an alto recorder?

Some of you may be confused if you see a recorder called a “treble” recorder. This isn’t a commonly used name. However, treble recorders and alto recorders are the exact same thing. Treble is the older name for the recorder in the alto range.

How long does it take to learn recorder?

If you start a child on the recorder at the age of five, it can take as long as one and a half to two years to develop this co-ordination, during which time they can get very bored and frustrated. If you start them at age six and a half to seven this same process usually takes three to six months.

Do adults play the recorder?

Eng: The recorder has almost become a victim of its own success. Because of its ubiquity as a learning instrument, it’s developed a reputation as a pre-band, kiddie instrument. But it’s a wonderful, lifelong instrument for adults to play.

Is the recorder a serious instrument?

For most of us, a plastic recorder was the first musical instrument we encountered back in elementary school, and for that reason it’s something we tend to think of as a childhood toy. However, the recorder is actually a serious instrument, with a rich history that goes back to ancient times.

How do I know if my recorder is soprano or alto?

The note produced with all holes closed on an alto recorder is f’ while all holes closed on the soprano is c”. The fingering patterns are the same on all recorders, with minor variations according to instrument. If you play with a recorder group, it may include a soprano in c”, alto in f’, tenor in c’ and bass in f.

Does treble recorder transpose?

All recorders are in C. Some are at concert pitch (ie are non-transposing instruments); some transpose at the octave, and one transposes two octaves. Some recorders read from treble clef; others read from bass clef. As far as their properties as transposing instruments go, the table says it all.

Where can I find recorder lessons?

Also, be sure to visit the Recorder Music Library. The alto (treble) recorder lessons are on the left, the soprano (descant) ones are on the right.

How do I choose a treble recorder?

Choose a recorder. There are treble recorders for any budget, both plastic and wooden. A wooden one will have much nicer tone, but it will cost a lot more money. If you’re starting out, it’s probably best to buy a plastic one, in case you decide at a later date that you don’t like it.

How do I start learning to play the recorder?

If you’re new, start with the Level 1 Introduction for the first steps on how to play. Otherwise, just choose the lesson which matches your level. Also, be sure to visit the Recorder Music Library. The alto (treble) recorder lessons are on the left, the soprano (descant) ones are on the right.

What is the Order of the recorder lessons?

The alto (treble) recorder lessons are on the left, the soprano (descant) ones are on the right.