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“It is not very natural to make dynamic changes with the recorder. When you play a long note and want to make a diminuendo, the pitch will fall, and vice versa. So you need to adjust these with your fingers.” quote by Michala Petri
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“It is not very natural to make dynamic changes with the recorder. When you play a long note and want to make a diminuendo, the pitch will fall, and vice versa. So you need to adjust these with your fingers.”

Michala Petri

About This Quote

Source Interview: Music Magazine "Classical Insights", 2019

Adjusting pitch while playing a long note on a recorder requires finger technique because the instrument’s natural response resists dynamic changes.

In simple terms: Changing dynamics on recorder needs finger adjustments.

Key Takeaway

Practice finger control for smooth dynamics.

Themes

technique instrumentation performance control

Mood

thoughtful inquisitive

Type

instructional technical

When to use this quote

  • solo performances
  • ensemble rehearsals
  • recording sessions
  • live concerts

Key Concepts

acoustic physics finger dexterity expressive nuance

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you expand dynamic range on wind instruments?
  • What exercises improve finger control?
A Different Perspective

Limited finger movement may restrict extreme dynamics.

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