The recorder was first documented in the Middle Ages and for generations has been a popular instrument to teach to children because it is easy to learn and produces a clear, sweet sound. In Waldorf schools, recorder playing is part of everyday life in the classroom.

This teacher edition for Class 4 (9-10 years) contains simple and happy songs from around the world to play with children. It helps the teacher understand how to play themselves and introduces some simple finger and breathing techniques