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Baroque vs German Fingering - What's the difference?
The basic design of recorders was developed hundreds of years ago during the baroque musical period of the 1600s and early 1700s. This classic style is still preferred by many music teachers and schools, mostly because some specific notes play a little better on tune with this design.
In the 1920s, instrument designers in Germany felt that the standard baroque recorder was too difficult for beginners to learn, as some notes put the player's fingers in positions that may feel awkward. Because of this, they made a small change to make those notes easier for a beginner to play. However, there is a trade-off – although the finger positions are easier, those same notes are more difficult to play in tune.
You can tell which version you have by looking at the 4th and 5th holes from the top. If the fourth hole is smaller than the fifth it is baroque. If the fourth hole is bigger, it's German. If you need a tape recorder to use at school, check with your teacher to make sure you get the right type.
Specifications
| Key | C | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| System | German | ||||||
| Windway | Straight | ||||||
| Toneholes | Double | ||||||
| Body Sections | 3 | ||||||
| Material | ABS resin (pink) | ||||||
| Others | - | ||||||
| Accessories | Fingering chart | ||||||
