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Historical Musical Instruments: Renaissance Recorders

For Students 9th - 10th
Presents information on early Renaissance recorders and their construction. Includes link to audio and video recordings.
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Dulcians

For Students 9th - 10th
An early predecessor of the bassoon, the dulcian is discussed in this site. Includes a brief history as well as other information about this 16th-century instrument.
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The Shawm and the Curtal

For Students 9th - 10th
Provides a brief overview of the shawm and curtal instruments.
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The Renaissance Cornetto

For Students 9th - 10th
Detailing the history of the renaissance instrument the cornetto, this site provides some interesting information about how it was made and how it was played.
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Radixnet: Musical Instruments Described

For Students 9th - 10th
Site to all instruments of the renaissance period. Gives a little information on the instruments.
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Contrabass Mania: Racketts

For Students 9th - 10th
Learn about the early renaissance instrument the rackett. There are a few sound files and pictures as well.