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About song and recorder playing
Dive into the joyous celebration of music through one of the most universally recognized songs, “Happy Birthday to You.” Composed by Patty Hill and her sister Mildred J. Hill in 1893, this melody has transcended time, becoming a staple at birthday celebrations across the globe. Initially titled “Good Morning to All,” the song’s simple, uplifting lyrics and melody have been adapted into various languages, making it a global symbol of joy and celebration. Its easy-to-learn structure makes “Happy Birthday to You” an excellent first song for those embarking on their musical journey, especially through the recorder. This song’s widespread appeal and simple melody make it a perfect piece for beginners of all ages, from kids picking up their first recorder to adults revisiting the joys of music-making.
Learning to play “Happy Birthday to You” on the recorder is made seamless and enjoyable with the help of picture notation for the recorder. Our recorder book for beginners, designed for those embarking on their musical journey, uses picture notes sheet music to guide new musicians. This method allows learners to start playing immediately, bypassing the need to learn traditional music notation first. The picture notes show exactly which holes to cover on the recorder to produce the right notes, making it an engaging and straightforward way to learn and perform this iconic song. Whether it’s for a family member’s birthday or as a fun party trick, mastering “Happy Birthday to You” will not only boost your confidence in playing the recorder but also add a personal touch to celebrations. Our easy recorder songbook, filled with recorder exercises for beginners and recorder lessons for beginners, is the perfect tool to start your musical journey with this timeless melody.
Some of the notes on our website contain the full version of the song, and some are excerpts, or for example the very beginning, chorus or verse, etc. Full versions of all the notes can be found in our books and e-books: SHOP.
