Recorder Fingering Chart
Learn soprano recorder notes with an interactive Baroque-style fingering guide and free printable recorder fingering chart PDF.
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Free Printable Recorder Fingering Chart PDF
Print a clean one-page soprano recorder chart for beginner Baroque-style fingerings. It labels thumb hole 0 and front holes 1-7, including half-hole markings.
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A recorder fingering chart shows which thumb and front holes are covered for each written note. This chart uses common soprano recorder fingerings in C.
- Filled circles mean cover the hole completely.
- Open circles mean leave the hole open.
- Half-filled circles mean partly uncover or shade the hole.
- Hole 0 is the back thumb hole. Holes 1-7 are on the front, from top to bottom.
- This page uses Baroque/English-style soprano recorder fingerings.
Tips for Beginners
Start with B, A, G, then add E, D, and C once your fingers seal the holes cleanly. Use gentle air on low notes; blowing too hard can make the recorder jump an octave.
Common Questions
Is this for soprano recorder?
Yes. This chart is written for soprano recorder in C, the common school recorder.
Is this Baroque or German fingering?
This chart uses common Baroque/English-style fingerings. German-style recorders use a different F fingering.
What does half-hole mean?
Half-hole means partly uncovering a hole, often the thumb hole for upper-register notes or a lower hole for chromatic notes.
Why does my low C squeak?
Usually a hole is leaking or the air is too fast. Cover every hole fully and use slow, relaxed air.