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A large range of tenor recorders made in a beautiful range of woods including pear, plum, satinwood, olive, rose, palisander, grenadilla, boxwood and cherrywood. Orpheus Music stocks tenor recorders from a variety of makers including Mollenhauer Recorders from Germany, Kung Recorders from Switzerland and Aulos, Yamaha and Zen-on Recorders from Japan. The tenor is a great ensemble instrument as well as a favoured recorder for contemporary compositions.
Please read before purchsing a Tenor Recorder
Many players find it difficult to reach all the holes when playing tenor, especially for the smallest 2 fingers of the right hand. The tenor is by no means the largest recorder, but still it can involve finger stretches greater than on any of the larger bass instruments. Our experience over 25 years has shown that when a player encounters finger spacing problems, ninety nine times out of a hundred it will be on a tenor. These problems often result in either having to stop playing the tenor altogether, or having to upgrade to a knick or a comfort model - please choose carefully!!! }}
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There is quite a bit of variation in finger hole position from one maker to another, and from one model to another. The chart below was prepared to try and show which ones will be easier. There are several factors involved: the distance between the holes is important, but another significant factor is whether the recorder is straight or has a bent head ("knick"). Knick tenors allow the right hand to hold the recorder in a higher position than with a straight instrument - the right hand is not stretching down so far and consequently a spacing that may actually be a little wider will still feel easier to reach on a knick instrument. Players that have problems with their right-hand wrist should strongly consider knick instruments.
The chart shows clearly that the use of split keys for C and C# doesn't automatically mean the right-hand little finger doesn't have to stretch so far. Many players assume that if they choose a model with C/C# keys they will have no problems, when in fact many of the most extreme little-finger stretches are actually on keyed instruments.
Often a player will have specific issues with one or two fingers. If this is the case, then you may need to focus more on comparing the measurements for the holes played by the problem fingers. In such cases the general ranking provided here might not be so relevant for your special circumstances.
Finger Spacing Chart
In this chart the weights shown are a guide only - weight can vary within a particular model depending on which wood has been used.
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Robin Tenor Recorder
Reference: AU211A
Vendor:Brand: AulosRobin Tenor Recorder
- Clear and gentle tone, with no key.
- This new model is lighter in weight and smoother in playing at the higher register.
- Narrow mouthpiece, stream-lined shape,
- Compared to other resin recorders, it has smaller and less widely spaced finger holes(see above at the beginning of this section "More")
- Regular price
- $125.00
- Sale price
- $125.00
- Regular price
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- Clear and gentle tone, with no key.
- This new model is lighter in weight and smoother in playing at the higher register.
- Narrow mouthpiece, stream-lined shape,
- Compared to other resin recorders, it has smaller and less widely spaced finger holes(see above at the beginning of this section "More")
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Symphony Tenor Recorder
Reference: AU511B
Vendor:Brand: AulosSymphony Tenor Recorder
- For ensemble and solo playing.
- Strong, full sound throughout the register.
- Excellent response.
- Double keys for low C and C#.
- Ivory-coloured mouthpiece, thumb bushing, ring, and foot.
- Dark brown, three-piece, detachable thumb rest.
- Regular price
- $198.00
- Sale price
- $198.00
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- For ensemble and solo playing.
- Strong, full sound throughout the register.
- Excellent response.
- Double keys for low C and C#.
- Ivory-coloured mouthpiece, thumb bushing, ring, and foot.
- Dark brown, three-piece, detachable thumb rest.
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Tenor Recorder
Reference: YRT304B
Vendor:Brand: YamahaTenor Recorder
This new model tenor incorporates
Yamaha's wooden design expertise with
the convenience and durability of an ABS
material. It offers a focused, mellow
sound which is balanced in all registers.
- Regular price
- $220.00
- Sale price
- $220.00
- Regular price
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This new model tenor incorporates
Yamaha's wooden design expertise with
the convenience and durability of an ABS
material. It offers a focused, mellow
sound which is balanced in all registers.
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Sinor Knick Comfort Tenor in Cherrywood
Reference: K1593
Vendor:Brand: KungSinor Knick Comfort Tenor in Cherrywood
Made from selected Cherrywood
Baroque fingering, double keys C/C#, extra keys G and F
Bent ("knick") headjoint for extra access and comfort
Kung's signature rich and warm sound, perfect for ensemble work
- Regular price
- $1,660.00
- Sale price
- $1,660.00
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Made from selected Cherrywood
Baroque fingering, double keys C/C#, extra keys G and F
Bent ("knick") headjoint for extra access and comfort
Kung's signature rich and warm sound, perfect for ensemble work
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Canta Knick Comfort Tenor Recorder (with four keys) in Pearwood
Reference: MOL-2446KC
Vendor:Brand: MollenhauerCanta Knick Comfort Tenor Recorder (with four keys) in Pearwood
- Pearwood Tenor, baroque double hole, with four keys
- Canta, the joy of ensemble playing Versatile, reliable recorder ensemble with an homogenous sound, made of pearwood.
- Our Comfort Tenor makes playing easy: two additional keys reduce the stretch of the hand. G-key: The left ring finger no longer needs to be strained.
- Regular price
- $1,650.00
- Sale price
- $1,650.00
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- Pearwood Tenor, baroque double hole, with four keys
- Canta, the joy of ensemble playing Versatile, reliable recorder ensemble with an homogenous sound, made of pearwood.
- Our Comfort Tenor makes playing easy: two additional keys reduce the stretch of the hand. G-key: The left ring finger no longer needs to be strained.
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Knick Robin Tenor Recorder
Reference: AU211K
Vendor:Brand: AulosKnick Robin Tenor Recorder
- Standard Robin tenor with the head joint modified by Orpheus Music
- The closer hole spacing of the Robin combined with the knick head-joint make this the most affordable ergonomically friendly tenor
- Clear and gentle tone, with no key.
- Narrow mouthpiece, stream-lined shape,
- Regular price
- $195.00
- Sale price
- $195.00
- Regular price
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- Standard Robin tenor with the head joint modified by Orpheus Music
- The closer hole spacing of the Robin combined with the knick head-joint make this the most affordable ergonomically friendly tenor
- Clear and gentle tone, with no key.
- Narrow mouthpiece, stream-lined shape,
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Denner Comfort Knick Tenor Recorder in Cherrywood
Reference: MOL-5431KC
Vendor:Brand: MollenhauerDenner Comfort Knick Tenor Recorder in Cherrywood
Mollenhauer bring the beauty and elegance of their Denner range to the needs of Tenor players with this bent-neck Comfort Tenor. European cherrywood is the lightest Recorder Wood and gives an amazing depth of resonance.
- Regular price
- $2,383.00
- Sale price
- $2,383.00
- Regular price
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Mollenhauer bring the beauty and elegance of their Denner range to the needs of Tenor players with this bent-neck Comfort Tenor. European cherrywood is the lightest Recorder Wood and gives an amazing depth of resonance.
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Studio Knick Tenor Recorder in Pearwood
Reference: K1581
Vendor:Brand: KungStudio Knick Tenor Recorder in Pearwood
- Made from selected Pearwood.
- Baroque double holes.
- Suitable for beginners as well as for ensemble playing.
- The Knick Tenor has a dark and warm sound.
- Regular price
- $837.00
- Sale price
- $837.00
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- Made from selected Pearwood.
- Baroque double holes.
- Suitable for beginners as well as for ensemble playing.
- The Knick Tenor has a dark and warm sound.
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Denner Comfort Tenor Recorder in Rosewood
Reference: MOL-5430C
Vendor:Brand: MollenhauerDenner Comfort Tenor Recorder in Rosewood
- Rosewood tenor, baroque double holes, with four keys.
- Denner - A wealth of sound from fine woods.
- Regular price
- $2,446.00
- Sale price
- $2,446.00
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- Rosewood tenor, baroque double holes, with four keys.
- Denner - A wealth of sound from fine woods.
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Denner Comfort Tenor in Cherry
Reference: MOL-5431C
Vendor:Brand: MollenhauerDenner Comfort Tenor in Cherry
Brilliant, expressive sound with a convincing charm.
Agile, quick response in all octaves: ideal for virtuosic music of any era.
Undercut finger holes: discover the particularly stable sounds of these instruments.
Visually impressive: finely crafted ornamental rings and a surface pleasingly finished with oil.
- Regular price
- $2,191.00
- Sale price
- $2,191.00
- Regular price
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Brilliant, expressive sound with a convincing charm.
Agile, quick response in all octaves: ideal for virtuosic music of any era.
Undercut finger holes: discover the particularly stable sounds of these instruments.
Visually impressive: finely crafted ornamental rings and a surface pleasingly finished with oil.
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Canta Comfort Tenor in Pearwood
Reference: MOL-2446C
Vendor:Brand: MollenhauerCanta Comfort Tenor in Pearwood
Pearwood Tenor, baroque double hole, with four keys Canta, the joy of ensemble playing Versatile, reliable recorder ensemble with an homogenous sound, made of pearwood Our Comfort Tenor makes playing easy: two additional keys reduce the stretch of the hand. G-key: The left ring finger no longer needs to be strained. F-key: The right index finger stretches less, making the entire hand relax
- Regular price
- $1,595.00
- Sale price
- $1,595.00
- Regular price
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Pearwood Tenor, baroque double hole, with four keys Canta, the joy of ensemble playing Versatile, reliable recorder ensemble with an homogenous sound, made of pearwood Our Comfort Tenor makes playing easy: two additional keys reduce the stretch of the hand. G-key: The left ring finger no longer needs to be strained. F-key: The right index finger stretches less, making the entire hand relax
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Studio Tenor Recorder in Cherry
Reference: K1503
Vendor:Brand: KungStudio Tenor Recorder in Cherry
- Made from selected Cherry.
- Baroque double holes.
- Suitable for beginners as well as for ensemble playing.
- Within the Studio range, the Cherry tenor has the most elegant sound.
- Regular price
- $1,043.00
- Sale price
- $1,043.00
- Regular price
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- Made from selected Cherry.
- Baroque double holes.
- Suitable for beginners as well as for ensemble playing.
- Within the Studio range, the Cherry tenor has the most elegant sound.
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Denner Tenor Recorder in Pearwood
Reference: MOL-5406
Vendor:Brand: MollenhauerDenner Tenor Recorder in Pearwood
- Pearwood Tenor, Baroque double holes.
- Denner - A wealth of sound from fine woods. A sophisticated ensemble based on original instruments by Jacob Denner (1681-1735) in Nuremberg and Copenhagen. Brilliant, expressive sound with a convincing charm.
- Agile, quick response in all octaves: ideal for virtuosic music of any era.
- Regular price
- $933.00
- Sale price
- $933.00
- Regular price
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- Pearwood Tenor, Baroque double holes.
- Denner - A wealth of sound from fine woods. A sophisticated ensemble based on original instruments by Jacob Denner (1681-1735) in Nuremberg and Copenhagen. Brilliant, expressive sound with a convincing charm.
- Agile, quick response in all octaves: ideal for virtuosic music of any era.
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Denner Tenor Recorder (with double-key) in Rosewood
Reference: MOL-5430
Vendor:Brand: MollenhauerDenner Tenor Recorder (with double-key) in Rosewood
- Rosewood Tenor, baroque double holes, with double key.
- Denner - A wealth of sound from fine woods. A sophisticated ensemble based on original instruments by Jacob Denner (1681-1735) in Nuremberg and Copenhagen.
- Brilliant, expressive sound with a convincing charm. Agile, quick response in all octaves: ideal for virtuosic music of any era.
- Regular price
- $1,831.00
- Sale price
- $1,831.00
- Regular price
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- Rosewood Tenor, baroque double holes, with double key.
- Denner - A wealth of sound from fine woods. A sophisticated ensemble based on original instruments by Jacob Denner (1681-1735) in Nuremberg and Copenhagen.
- Brilliant, expressive sound with a convincing charm. Agile, quick response in all octaves: ideal for virtuosic music of any era.
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Studio Tenor Recorder in Pearwood
Reference: K1501
Vendor:Brand: KungStudio Tenor Recorder in Pearwood
- Made from selected Pearwood.
- Baroque double holes.
- Suitable for beginners as well as for ensemble playing.
- The Kung Studio model recorders have a warm and pleasant sound.
- Regular price
- $696.24
- Sale price
- $696.24
- Regular price
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- Made from selected Pearwood.
- Baroque double holes.
- Suitable for beginners as well as for ensemble playing.
- The Kung Studio model recorders have a warm and pleasant sound.
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Canta Tenor Recorder (with key) in Pearwood
Reference: MOL-2446
Vendor:Brand: MollenhauerCanta Tenor Recorder (with key) in Pearwood
- Pearwood Tenor, Baroque double holes, with double key.
- Canta - the joy of ensemble playing. Versatile, reliable recorder ensemble with an homogenous sound, made of pearwood. Pleasantly clear sound - speaks easily: for use in ensembles or as a solo instrument.
- Canta is the model that offers versatility. Especially resilient and reliable due to the choice of wood and robust, practical design.
- Regular price
- $1,025.00
- Sale price
- $1,025.00
- Regular price
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- Pearwood Tenor, Baroque double holes, with double key.
- Canta - the joy of ensemble playing. Versatile, reliable recorder ensemble with an homogenous sound, made of pearwood. Pleasantly clear sound - speaks easily: for use in ensembles or as a solo instrument.
- Canta is the model that offers versatility. Especially resilient and reliable due to the choice of wood and robust, practical design.
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Studio Tenor Recorder in Stained Pearwood
Reference: K1511
Vendor:Brand: KungStudio Tenor Recorder in Stained Pearwood
- Made from selected Pearwood (stained a dark red).
- Baroque double holes.
- Suitable for beginners as well as for ensemble playing.
- The Kung Studio model recorders have a warm and pleasant sound.
- Regular price
- $827.00
- Sale price
- $827.00
- Regular price
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- Made from selected Pearwood (stained a dark red).
- Baroque double holes.
- Suitable for beginners as well as for ensemble playing.
- The Kung Studio model recorders have a warm and pleasant sound.
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Denner Tenor Recorder in Castello Boxwood
Reference: MOL-5422
Vendor:Brand: MollenhauerDenner Tenor Recorder in Castello Boxwood
- Castello Boxwood Tenor, Baroque double holes.
- Denner - A wealth of sound from fine woods. A sophisticated ensemble based on original instruments by Jacob Denner (1681-1735) in Nuremberg and Copenhagen.
- Brilliant, expressive sound with a convincing charm. Agile, quick response in all octaves: ideal for virtuosic music of any era.
- Regular price
- $1,115.00
- Sale price
- $1,115.00
- Regular price
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- Castello Boxwood Tenor, Baroque double holes.
- Denner - A wealth of sound from fine woods. A sophisticated ensemble based on original instruments by Jacob Denner (1681-1735) in Nuremberg and Copenhagen.
- Brilliant, expressive sound with a convincing charm. Agile, quick response in all octaves: ideal for virtuosic music of any era.
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Denner Comfort Tenor Recorder in Pearwood
Reference: MOL-5416C
Vendor:Brand: MollenhauerDenner Comfort Tenor Recorder in Pearwood
- Pearwood Tenor, baroque double holes with four keys.
- Denner - A wealth of sound from fine woods. A sophisticated ensemble based on original instruments by Jacob Denner (1681-1735) in Nuremberg and Copenhagen.
- Our Comfort Tenor makes playing easy: two additional keys reduce the stretch of the hand.
- Regular price
- $1,875.00
- Sale price
- $1,875.00
- Regular price
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- Pearwood Tenor, baroque double holes with four keys.
- Denner - A wealth of sound from fine woods. A sophisticated ensemble based on original instruments by Jacob Denner (1681-1735) in Nuremberg and Copenhagen.
- Our Comfort Tenor makes playing easy: two additional keys reduce the stretch of the hand.
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Denner Tenor Recorder (with double key) in Pearwood
Reference: MOL-5416
Vendor:Brand: MollenhauerDenner Tenor Recorder (with double key) in Pearwood
- Pearwood Tenor, Baroque double holes, with double key.
- Denner - A wealth of sound from fine woods. A sophisticated ensemble based on original instruments by Jacob Denner (1681-1735) in Nuremberg and Copenhagen. Brilliant, expressive sound with a convincing charm.
- Agile, quick response in all octaves: ideal for virtuosic music of any era.
- Regular price
- $1,257.00
- Sale price
- $1,257.00
- Regular price
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$1,332.00
- Pearwood Tenor, Baroque double holes, with double key.
- Denner - A wealth of sound from fine woods. A sophisticated ensemble based on original instruments by Jacob Denner (1681-1735) in Nuremberg and Copenhagen. Brilliant, expressive sound with a convincing charm.
- Agile, quick response in all octaves: ideal for virtuosic music of any era.
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Canta Knick Tenor Recorder (with key) in Pearwood
Reference: MOL-2446K
Vendor:Brand: MollenhauerCanta Knick Tenor Recorder (with key) in Pearwood
- Pearwood Tenor, Baroque double holes, with double key.
- Canta - the joy of ensemble playing. Versatile, reliable recorder ensemble with an homogenous sound, made of pearwood.
- Natural holding position: the "knick" (bent head) brings the instrument closer to your body; you have a significantly smaller distance to get to the lower notes.
- Regular price
- $1,177.00
- Sale price
- $1,177.00
- Regular price
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- Pearwood Tenor, Baroque double holes, with double key.
- Canta - the joy of ensemble playing. Versatile, reliable recorder ensemble with an homogenous sound, made of pearwood.
- Natural holding position: the "knick" (bent head) brings the instrument closer to your body; you have a significantly smaller distance to get to the lower notes.
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Dream-Edition Tenor Recorder in Plumwood
Reference: MOL-TE-4428
Vendor:Brand: MollenhauerDream-Edition Tenor Recorder in Plumwood
Plumwood tenor with maple decorative rings. These hand-finished instruments combine a colourful rich sound with a stable tone. Baroque fingering and double holes provide surprising agility.- Regular price
- $2,436.00
- Sale price
- $2,436.00
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Plumwood tenor with maple decorative rings. These hand-finished instruments combine a colourful rich sound with a stable tone. Baroque fingering and double holes provide surprising agility. -
Denner Comfort Tenor Recorder in Castello Boxwood
Reference: MOL-5432C
Vendor:Brand: MollenhauerDenner Comfort Tenor Recorder in Castello Boxwood
- Castello boxwood tenor, baroque double holes, with four keys.
- Denner - A wealth of sound from fine woods. A sophisticated ensemble based on original instruments by Jacob Denner (1681-1735) in Nuremberg and Copenhagen.
- Our Comfort Tenor makes playing easy: two additional keys reduce the stretch of the hand.
- Regular price
- $2,074.00
- Sale price
- $2,074.00
- Regular price
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- Castello boxwood tenor, baroque double holes, with four keys.
- Denner - A wealth of sound from fine woods. A sophisticated ensemble based on original instruments by Jacob Denner (1681-1735) in Nuremberg and Copenhagen.
- Our Comfort Tenor makes playing easy: two additional keys reduce the stretch of the hand.
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Denner Tenor Recorder (with double key) in Castello Boxwood
Reference: MOL-5432
Vendor:Brand: MollenhauerDenner Tenor Recorder (with double key) in Castello Boxwood
- Castello boxwood tenor, baroque double holes, with double key.
- Denner - A wealth of sound from fine woods. A sophisticated ensemble based on original instruments by Jacob Denner (1681-1735) in Nuremberg and Copenhagen.
- Brilliant, expressive sound with a convincing charm. Agile, quick response in all octaves: ideal for virtuosic music of any era.
- Regular price
- $1,475.00
- Sale price
- $1,475.00
- Regular price
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- Castello boxwood tenor, baroque double holes, with double key.
- Denner - A wealth of sound from fine woods. A sophisticated ensemble based on original instruments by Jacob Denner (1681-1735) in Nuremberg and Copenhagen.
- Brilliant, expressive sound with a convincing charm. Agile, quick response in all octaves: ideal for virtuosic music of any era.