Recorder Playing Techniques and Knowledge

Sarah, a recorder player, introduces a tutorial on playing the soprano recorder, sponsored by Skillshare. She explains hand positioning, hole numbering, and demonstrates playing notes from G to D, including lower notes E, D, and C. She covers playing F and semitones on different recorder models, and concludes with high notes and Skillshare promotion.

What is the correct position for the left hand when playing the recorder?

• Both hands at the bottom

• Both hands at the top

• Left hand at the bottom, right hand at the top

• Left hand at the top, right hand at the bottom

Which fingers are used to play the note G on the recorder?

• Right thumb, index, middle, and ring fingers

• Right thumb, index, and middle fingers

• Left thumb, index, middle, and ring fingers

• Left thumb, index, and middle fingers

How do you play the note B on the recorder?

• Right thumb and index finger

• Left thumb and index finger

• Right thumb and middle finger

• Left thumb and middle finger

What is the technique for playing lower notes on the recorder?

• Blow harder to make the notes sound

• Cover only half of the holes

• Blow softly to avoid squeaking

• Use only the right hand fingers

Which model of recorder has a larger fifth hole?

• Baroque model

• German model

• Neither model

• Both models

How do you play F sharp on a Baroque recorder?

• Thumb, index, middle, ring, and pinky fingers

• Thumb, index, middle, and ring fingers

• Thumb, index, and middle fingers

• Thumb, index, middle, and pinky fingers

What is a unique feature of the recorder regarding note playing?

• It can only play one note at a time

• It can play most notes in multiple ways

• It requires both hands for all notes

• It has a limited range of notes

What is the purpose of half-opening the thumb hole when playing high E?

• To make the note louder

• To change the pitch to a lower note

• To reach the higher octave

• To mute the sound

What is Skillshare?

• A music instrument

• An online learning community

• A type of recorder

• A music band

What is the benefit of Skillshare's music courses?

• They cover only advanced topics

• They provide a structured learning path

• They are free for everyone

• They are only available offline