How did the recorder get its name?

The recorder gets its name from the Old French word "recorder," which means "to sing." The recorder was originally called the "flûte douce" (sweet flute) in France, and the "flauto dolce" (sweet flute) in Italy. The English name "recorder" was first used in the 14th century.

The recorder is a woodwind instrument that has been around for centuries. It is a simple instrument to play, and it is often used by children as a first instrument. The recorder has a soft, mellow sound, and it is often used in folk music and early music.