Dehaske Funny Tunes
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Summary of This Method
Designed to support the first months of practice, this educational collection for soprano recorder offers a simple and motivating path, intended for young musicians as well as adult beginners. The exercises and pieces are organized progressively to establish good habits from the start: posture, breath control, articulation, and rhythmic reading. The VERY EASY-EASY level allows difficulties to be approached in stages, without skipping steps, while developing a stable tone and smoother playing.
The inclusion of the CD is a real asset for effective home practice. It helps to memorize melodies, internalize the tempo, and better understand the musical intention through listening. By alternating instrumental practice and listening, the student strengthens rhythmic accuracy, intonation, and the ability to play in time. This audio support also encourages autonomy: one can check their work, replay a passage, and practice regularly with a reliable musical reference.
Thanks to its clear and accessible format, this method easily integrates into a recorder class (music school, classroom, workshop) or personal practice. It provides a solid foundation to consolidate fundamentals, prepare for further repertoire, and enjoy playing from the very first pages.
Technical specifications
| Publication | Methods | ||
| Composer | Jaap Kastelein | Difficulty | VERY EASY-EASY |
| Instrumentation | Soprano recorder | Pages | 20 |
| Genre | Educational | Year of Publication | 1999 |
| Language | International | ||
Questions frequently asked
Is Funny Tunes suitable for a beginner on soprano recorder?
The VERY EASY-EASY level is designed for the first months of practicing the soprano recorder.
Does the Funny Tunes method include a CD?
A CD accompanies this 20-page collection. It helps with practicing melodies, tempo, and rhythmic timing using an audio reference.
What skills are covered in this recorder method?
The exercises and pieces develop posture, breathing, articulation, and rhythmic reading. Progression occurs in stages to establish foundational playing skills. Listening to the CD also supports intonation and memorization work.
Which recorder is required to use this collection?
The specified instrumentation is the soprano recorder.
Who composed Funny Tunes and in what language is it published?
Jaap Kastelein is the composer of this educational method, published in 1999. The edition is indicated as international language.
