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Bagpipes
An electronic chanter means that the instrument does not require breath so can be positioned to suit. A one-handed chanter requires four digits and a thumb.
Baritone / Tenor Horn / Euphonium
The instrument needs to be supported and three valves operated. A floor stand can take the weight of the instrument and valves can be operated by either hand or both hands.
Clarinet
Bespoke key work can be added where required and holes can be covered. Or Use a one-handed instrument with a support stand. This does require use of 4 fingers and a thumb.
Electric Guitar / Bass Guitar
Strings are plucked with digit(s) on one hand and the note(s) selected with the other. A Chapman Stick or Artiphon Instrument 1 can be played with just one digit.
French Horn
French horns can be supported on the floor on a moveable support that takes the weight of the instrument. The support can be applied to any regular or right-handed instrument through the use of cable ties.
Oboe
Specific modifications can be made to key work to allow individuals to reach all keys comfortably. Bespoke work can be relatively expensive, but addressing an issue with a specific key or keys can be much cheaper than purchasing a whole new instrument. The images give examples of work previously undertaken.
Bassoon
Specific modifications can be made to key work to allow individuals to reach all keys comfortably. Bespoke work can be relatively expensive, but addressing an issue with a specific key or keys can be much cheaper than purchasing a whole new instrument. The images give examples of work previously undertaken.
Recorder
For a standard recorder you need 7 fingers and a thumb. Bespoke keys can be added to aid reach or you can use a one-handed recorder which requires 4 digits.
Saxophone
Bespoke key work can be added where required. Or Use a one-handed instrument with a support stand. This does require the use of 4 fingers and a thumb.
Trombone
Instruments need to be supported and valves/a slide operated. A floor stand can take the weight of the instrument and the valves/slide operated by either hand.
Trumpet / Cornet
Three digits are required on the right-hand for standard play. Trumpets can be operated with the left-hand and the hook can be moved. Floor stands are available.
Ukulele
Strings are plucked with digit(s) on one hand and the note(s) selected with the other. Strumming can be undertaken with one digit as a minimum. Chords need one digit per note in the chord. A Strum Buddy allows a ukulele to be played with one hand or an Artiphon Instrument 1 can be used to play chords in ‘Smart Strum’ mode with one digit on each side. The instrument can be placed in any position to suit the player.
