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.By 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.By 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.By 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.By 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.By 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.By Estelle Langthorne