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Originally posted by FAEbGBD:
Thanks Dave for the specific info on the Claviola. interesting stuff. And that Andes Recorder thing: UGG! I don't think I'll ever own one of those. Didn't care for that sound at all.


No problem. Yes, the Andes Recorder-Keyboard is an acquired taste. The player can make a huge difference in how it sounds. That video is just one that I found quickly, but I'm sure there are others. If you have ever played a recorder, you will know that they are very sensitive to air pressure and if you do not have the tone (air) holes completely closed, the pitch will be atrocious. The player in the video link does make very good use of half-key technique to add pitch bend to several notes. To make the Andes Recorder sound in tune you need to apply very consistent air pressure and press (and release) keys quickly or the pitch will be all over the place.

Dave

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Wm. David McMahan
LearnMyKeyboard
JazzItUp Band