First Book of the Recorder
Ages: 6 years and up
Size of book: 8 5/8 x 10 3/4 inches
Pages: 64
Buy at Usborne Books

This is a simple and colorful guide to playing the descant recorder, for absolute beginners of any age. Friendly cartoon characters explain how to play each note, and provide an entertaining introduction to reading and understanding music. Carefully graded tunes – including well-known tunes, folk songs and Christmas carols – help players to develop their musical and technical skills at a steady pace. There are games and puzzles throughout the book, as well as fascinating facts about the recorder.

“A colorful and dynamic guide to playing each instrument… an excellent backup to lessons.” Prep School