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In this logic, the \u003cstrong\u003eModern Soprano\u003c\/strong\u003e offers a more stable and more \"musical\" soprano to explore a wider repertoire.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eFor which musicians and styles?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003esoprano recorder\u003c\/strong\u003e is primarily aimed at \u003cstrong\u003eintermediate to advanced\u003c\/strong\u003e musicians who want an expressive, precise instrument capable of going beyond a standard soprano. It is particularly suited to \u003cstrong\u003econtemporary\u003c\/strong\u003e repertoires, demanding \u003cstrong\u003eearly music\u003c\/strong\u003e ensembles, as well as \u003cstrong\u003eensemble\u003c\/strong\u003e projects where note holding, tuning, and projection are crucial. 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