Right-Digit Absence Options

Use a left-hand only chanter.

You need 3 digits to operate the valves. Alternatively play left-handed, use a floor stand and have the lead pipe (attached to the mouth piece) moved for left-handed play.

Bespoke key work can be added where required and holes can be covered. Or Use a left-hand only instrument with a support stand.

If you have sufficient digits on your right-hand to strum the instrument then no further adaptation will be required. If not, use a Chapman Stick or Artiphon Instrument 1.

Bespoke key work can be added where required and holes can be covered. Or Use a left-hand only instrument with a support stand.

French horns can be supported on the floor on a static support that takes the full weight of the instrument so that it does not need to be supported at all. The support can be applied to any regular or right-handed instrument through the use of cable ties.

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.

For a standard recorder you need 4 fingers on your right-hand. Otherwise bespoke keys can be added to aid reach or you can use a one-handed recorder.

Bespoke key work can be added where required and holes can be covered. Or Use a left-hand only instrument with a support stand.

If you have sufficient digits to support the instrument then no further adaptation will be required, if not a floor stand will take the weight of the instrument.

If you have sufficient digits to support the instrument then no further adaptation will be required, if not a floor stand will take the weight of the instrument.

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.

If you have sufficient digits on your right-hand to support the bow then no further adaptation will be needed. If not bow holders can be used to support the bow.

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.