Put a musical instrument into the hands of a child and there is the potential for a whole world of wonder and magic to unfold for them.

Key to the hope for this experience is the suitability of that instrument, which must embrace a number of factors.

A beginners hands may be very small, requiring instruments that are designed with a child's span in mind.Those hands must also be forgetful at times, so the instrument must be durable and fairly low maintenance.

Above all it must offer outstanding and uncompromising musicality to students of all ages and standards. Allowing full expression and pleasure to the developing player, whether solo or ensemble.

The Aulos range of quality recorders fulfil all of these criteria and have proved amongst the most popular music education instruments in the world.

Over the last forty-four years over 100 million children have used them, and Aulos is proud to have models suitable for each of them.

The recent introduction of the U-design recorder has opened the door to players with special needs. A truly unique instrument.

Aulos unique cavity wall construction produces outstanding tonal qualities and prohibits any slight air leakage. The most sophisticated production methods ensure absolute consistency across the full range.

The new design concave end to the foot joint of the Aulos recorders enables a smooth flow of air to the discharge from the bore opening.

Professional players often use one of these recorders in preference to wooden instruments because the Aulos tone is so reliable. Resin construction even makes them more ecologically sound. In fact, the cleaning rod supplied with most Aulos recorders is made from ABS cut-offs. An elegant solution that ensures the minimum waste of materials,

Aulos recorders, an ideal partner in opening the magic door of music to their students.