Learn to Play Recorder

The Water is Wide

  • Play smooth legato phrases in flowing 3/4
  • Reach high C without forcing the tone

Notes Used: C, D, E, F, G, A, B, C (high)

Time Signature: 3/4 · Key: C Major

Fingering Review

Full Song

Play legato at a gentle, unhurried tempo.

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Practice Exercises

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Notation

Use gentle breath on high C — do not overblow.

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Notation

Breathe at the phrase ends, not mid-line.

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