Recorders

The Recorder

...is one of the oldest instruments, the earliest played in the 1300s. The first recorders were made of wood or reed.

Donlon's 3rd Grade

Donlon Recorder Program

Students earn beads by playing songs proficiently in class.

The recorders we use stay at school and are not sent home. Do you want a recorder to practice at home?

We use....

Peripole Halo Soprano Recorder

I love this recorder!

It has a pleasant sound, doesn't squeak much and is easy to play

By online for about $13

(including shipping).

HOW TO PLAY A RECORDER

  1. Very gentle breath control is needed for a pleasant tone.
  2. Careful fingers are needed that cover the entire hole and keep all air from escaping to create a nice sound and in tune notes.
  3. Use your tongue to separate the notes in one continuous stream of breath. Don't use separate breaths in between notes.
3rd Bead Checklist.pptx