Recorder31 Day 28 | Friday Fun

It's time for the final Friday Fun of this year's Recorder31 – and today we're offering a recorder-themed crossword to test your knowledge on parts of the recorder, manufacturers and more! Why not take a few minutes before we hit the weekend to see how many of the questions you can answer?

If you need some help, have a look around our website – you should be able to find some helpful information if you look in the right places!

Click here to complete this wordsearch online!

Click here to download the wordsearch in PDF format.

We'll be sharing the solution on Monday so come back to check your answers!

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REMINDER! Our Big Recorder31 Finale continues until the end of the month, with great prices on over 200 instruments representing a true cross-section of our recorder range. If you've been inspired by this year's Recorder31, now's the time to explore the collection. Click here to discover all the instruments and start your journey towards a new recorder!

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Today we're featuring a cornerstone of the recorder world: the Moeck Rottenburgh Alto in Boxwood

Modelled after the iconic 18th-century designs of Jean-Hyacinth-Joseph Rottenburgh, the Moeck Rottenburgh series has long set the standard for reliable, elegant Baroque instruments. Crafted here in Castello boxwood, this alto offers a subtle, singing tone profile that has made it a favourite among soloists and ensemble players alike.

Pay close attention to the smooth, reed-like character of the tone. Boxwood gives the instrument a uniquely sweet, complex timbre with rich overtones that blossom in the middle register. As the performance moves up into the high notes, notice how stable and singing the upper register remains, delivering effortless projection without losing its warm, organic core.

This instrument is one of our Star Buys during our Big Recorder31 Finale!

Listen to this recorder!

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