Where is C in a recorder?

The note produced with all holes closed on an alto recorder is f’ while all holes closed on the soprano is c”.

What is C in recorder?

The twenty fifth note we learn, C in the third octave on the descant (soprano) recorder, lies on the second leger line above the treble clef. Below that we give the standard fingering for this note, the fingering you would use under normal circumstances.

What is C sharp on recorder?

The fourteenth note we learn, C sharp in the second octave on the descant (soprano) recorder, lies on the second space from the top of the treble clef but has a sharp sign before it, on a C earlier in the bar or in the key signature.

How do you play D sharp on the recorder?

Slightly rotate the wrist laterally, clockwise to the back of the hand, so that the third finger is moved further away from the double holes. By making it more difficult to cover both the double holes you are more likely only to cover the one you need for the D sharp.

What is C# on recorder?

The twenty sixth note we learn, C# in the third octave on the descant (soprano) recorder, lies on the second leger line above the treble clef. The enharmonic equivalent is D flat which has the identical fingering.

How to play “C” on recorder?

Make sure you cover all the holes on the recorder with your fingers, including the one on the back with your thumb. Then blow lightly like you’re cooling soup. Voila! You’re playing the lowest note a recorder can play, which happens to be a “C”. Now, remove all your fingers except the thumb on the back and blow a little harder. That’s the high “C”.

How do you use a high C on a recorder?

1 Middle C. Cover the thumb hole with either your left or right thumb. 2 High C. Cover the thumb hole with your thumb from your first hand. Use your third finger, also on your first hand, to cover the second hole on the recorder. 3 Highest C. Cover half of the thumb hole using your thumb on your first hand. Leave half of the thumb hole exposed.

How do you get the C sharp on a recorder?

This will make us get the C sharp because with just lifting the finger a little we go from the note C to the note C sharp. Remember that the back hole must also be covered. Look at this recorder fingering that explains perfectly how to do C sharp on a recorder.

How many octaves can you play C on the recorder?

You can play the note C in three different octaves on the recorder, each of which has a separate set of fingerings. The first is middle C.