Left Wrist Restriction Options

The left wrist is used in line with the hand/arm. The One-handed Chanter can be played with either hand.

The left wrist is fairly static in line with the hand/arm to support the instrument. Floor stands are available to support the instrument.

The left wrist is held in line with the hand/arm. The clarinet can be supported with a Claritie. Or
Use a right-hand only instrument with support.

Place an instrument in a position where the left-hand can reach the strings to select the notes. Or Use a Chapman Stick/Artiphon Instrument 1 one-handed.

The left wrist is used in line with hand/arm. Vertical head joints bring the flute into a vertical position. Or use a right-hand only flute.

French horns can be rewound so that valves are operated exclusively by the right hand.

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.

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.

This ocarina has the same range as a regular ocarina but the whole instrument can be reached with one hand.

The left wrist is usually held in line with the hand/arm. If this isn’t possible use a right-hand only instrument.

The left wrist is used in line with the hand/arm. If this is not possible use a right-hand only instrument with a support stand.

The left wrist is used in a fairly static position in line with the arm/hand to support the instrument. Floor stands are available to support the instrument.

The left wrist is used in a fairly static position in line with the arm/hand to support the instrument. Floor stands are available to support the instrument.

Strings are plucked with digit(s) on one hand and the note(s) selected with the other. A Strum Buddy allows a ukulele to be played with one hand or an Artiphon Instrument 1 can be used in ‘Tap’ mode so that the finger that selects the pitch of the note also triggers the sound.

Instruments can be placed in a support stand to facilitate fingering/bowing. OR Use an Artiphon Instrument 1 in ‘Tap’ mode to emulate these instruments.

Key work has been added to a regular whistle to create a version that covers the full range of the instrument with one hand alone. They are available in right or left-handed versions.

Here are some ideas on other instruments you could try.