working in a new wooden recorder

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    heather wilkie
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    i havent played the recorder for a few decades since i was 8 years old. i learnt on a german made wooden recorder, but dont recall i took much care of the instrument im afraid.
    ive just purchased a wooden recorder made by zamir. it appears that its never been used and was part of a collection. im awaiting my purchase of a learn to play the recorder book as i cant remember any of my learnings, but im wanting to get my recorder ready for use.
    i dont want to shock it as it feels very cold from sitting around in various places.
    im currently just handling it. im a bit nervous of my breath in a very cold never used instrument.

    #342
    Tony Newnham
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    Hi

    Since no one else has responded, here’s my take. Let the recorder sit in the room where it will be played for a while – an hour would be ideal. Also, especially when it’s new, mop it through frequently, and always before you put it away. Aside from that, get on and play – you shouldn’t do any harm.

    I keep most of my wooded recorders in “fur” lined padded bags (from the Early Music Shop) to give them some insulation from temperature extremes when I need to take them out to a venue.

    Every Blessing

    Tony

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    recorderoz
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    I don’t think that there is too much to worry about. If the recorder is at a comfortable room temperature, then it should be fine.

    • This reply was modified 9 years ago by recorderoz.

    Mostly alto, plays with Balmain Baroque

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