Many people think that wooden recorders sound best. So we have developed our own material containing small wood particles. It sounds wonderfully warm and has many other useful properties. This final episode on the topic of 3D printing recorders delves into the creation of RESONA, the material used for our climate-neutral process.…

Perhaps the most important part of developing a product is the transfer from ideas to designs- how exactly do we 3D print the product we want? And do that sustainably? Today I'm going to take you through some of the brain-teasing problems the team here at Kunath Instrumentenbau solved on their journey to pioneering these new models of instrument. (…

Can you 3D print a violin or a recorder? How does the resulting instrument sound? Kunath Instrumentenbau has been exploring 3D printing instruments since 2017. In this episode we discuss manufacturing techniques, and how musical instruments create their unique sounds. We share some exciting insights into these new possibilities, as well as the limi…

Hoarse-sounding recorders can be a pain, but this problem can actually be easily avoided! In this episode we talk about the easy way to get your recorder singing from it's very first note, even in the coldest concert halls. Concerned about possible risks? We discuss those too. Listen here to learn more:…

People have been dreaming of teleportation for generations. In this episode, we encourage you to explore more of the world of recorders, without asking you to reach for your hiking boots... The only thing you need is an interest in one of the most important woodwind instruments on Earth.Por Estelle Langthorne

Anyone looking to introduce children to music using wind instruments should know about the Sun recorder. Recorder maker Estelle Langthorne describes the concept, the construction methods, and reveals little secrets about the instrument. Teachers should definitely have a listen.Por Estelle Langthorne

This episode is a must for teachers in early music education, Waldorf kindergartens and Waldorf schools. Introducing children to music with a wind instrument? The experienced teacher Dorothea Hahn has found a simple and child-orientated way to introduce children to the recorder. Realised through the intelligent construction from recorder maker Joac…

How can a recorder be disinfected? Which methods help against viruses, bacteria, moulds and fungal spores? Which ones should you use and which not? We talk about the advantages and disadvantages of various methods, and when they can be used.Por Estelle Langthorne

Introducing the new ‘Avantgarde’ contrabass recorder. This clever instrument from Kunath Instrumentenbau breaks new ground in many areas, and fulfils the wishes of its eager players. Pleasant playing, easy transport and more... listen here to find out more.Por Estelle Langthorne

Can I retune a recorder myself? What do I have to bear in mind, and which tools do I need? Building on the last two episodes, we discuss working upon the tone holes and describe the process of changing an instrument from the German to the Baroque fingering system. You can refine your search for recorder fingering charts by both model type and maker…

Continuing our talk on tuning, we examine the properties of the tone holes and their effect upon our sound. Ergonomics, player's technique and keys are also discussed.Por Estelle Langthorne

Tuning is one of the most crucial aspects of recorder making and playing. In this episode, the first of two upon this topic, we will discuss the properties of a recorder that can influence its tuning. The length, the bore and the size of the window all play their part in the creation of a recorder's sound.…

As is so often the case in mixed-ensemble performances, the most beautiful recorder-playing, even the most animated, is acoustically restrained. Bass and lower recorders in particular struggle to form the desired sonorous foundation. So what can be done? Today we are therefore going to take a look at the different types of microphones. Primarily, o…

Today's episode is about the block – perhaps the most crucial part of the recorder. Traditionally recorder makers use wood for the block, but often utilise a different type of wood than for the rest of the instrument. To understand why, let's take a closer look at the nature of wood. An episode you shouldn't miss!…

Why make a podcast about the recorder? Because we love the instrument and exploration of its secrets may be more complicated than searching for the Holy Grail. This podcast was created out of a desire to share information, and perhaps a few secrets, about this enigmatic instrument.Por Estelle Langthorne