Detail 01
Teach Yourself format
Written to be worked through without an instructor, so explanations are longer and steps smaller than a lesson supplement.
Product detailSKU #1273887985587
AlfredTeach Yourself to Play Recorder Book
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Beginner recorder method book from Alfred's Teach Yourself line. For someone with a recorder and no teacher who wants a self-paced starting point.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Adults starting recorder alone without weekly lessons
- Parents helping a child through school recorder requirements
- Reading-music beginners who want notation from day one
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Players who already read music and finger fluently
- Anyone wanting a recorder included with the book
- Suzuki-method students, who need the Suzuki repertoire sequence
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
Detail 02
Recorder-specific
Fingerings and breath instruction apply to recorder only. Nothing transfers directly to flute or clarinet fingering.
Detail 03
$12.99
Roughly the cost of a plastic soprano recorder itself, so the pair is a low-commitment entry.
Detail 04
Print book
Sits open on a stand and takes pencil marks. No screen, no app login, nothing to expire.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01No recorder is included. You supply the instrument.
- 02Check whether you need soprano or alto before buying a recorder.
- 03A music stand helps; holding the book strains your hand position.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Does this come with a recorder?
No. It is a book only. You will need to buy a recorder separately.
02Do I need to read music already?
No. The Teach Yourself format starts from the beginning and introduces notation as you go.
03Is this for soprano or alto recorder?
Confirm the recorder size before pairing, since fingerings differ between soprano and alto. Match the book to the instrument you own.
04Can an adult use this, or is it just for kids?
It is written for self-teaching at any age, with the pace set by the reader rather than a classroom schedule.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsBody & build
- Color
- Red
