How Do You Clean A Recorder Instrument?
A recorder is an instrument in the flute and oboe family that was particularly popular from the medieval to the baroque times and has been revived in the 20th century. They come in all different sizes and are usually made of either wood or plastic. With use, recorders can become difficult to play because they become blocked. Cleaning a recorder and keeping it clean is the key to a sweet sounding instrument. With knowledge, you can safely clean your recorder and improve your playing sessions. Maintain your recorder, drying it after every use. Most companies will provide a plastic or metal rod that looks like a large sewing needle for this purpose. Stick a soft cloth through the needle and push it carefully up through the recorder. Be gentle, however, and do not hit the block at the top end too forcefully. Clean your instrument when it seems blocked. Cover the window with your index finger and blow hard through the mouthpiece. This will dislodge any loose dust in the instrument. Fill a c
