What is the Recorder?
The recorder is a flute-like musical instrument whose history reaches back to Europe in the middle ages. It plays more than two octaves of a fully chromatic scale. That means it is not a toy or primitive instrument, but is entirely able to play all styles and periods of Western music.
Because the recorder is basically a whistle, new players have no difficulty getting it to sound, unlike brass or reed instruments.
Recorders are widely used for introducing grade school children to the fundamentals of music because recorders are relatively inexpensive and easy to play. Plastic recorders cost as little as $5 and are available at most music stores. Serious players can purchase more expensive wooden recorders. Recorders can be played as solo instruments, or in consorts using recorders with different pitches. Whether playing alone or in a large orchestra, recorder playing can provide hours of musical fun!
Have fun!
Playing the recorder is fun for both beginners and experienced players. Beginners will quickly be enjoying folk tunes and renaissance dances. A rich repertoire of works was composed in baroque times, and other music composed or adapted for recorder provides a lifetime of pleasure. Solo playing is rewarding, and the opportunities for group playing are greatly enhanced by the variety of published music.
Try something new and rewarding!
Develop skills you never knew you had! Enjoy playing music on the recorder and make new friends. Learn history when you work on older music.
What's Happening This Month:
Meeting led by Jennifer Carpenter on November 17th at 2:00.
Session Dates for this season:
September 15, 2019 Jennifer Carpenter
October 20, 2019 Linda Lunbeck
November 17, 2019 Jennifer Carpenter
December 15, 2019 Member-led
January 19, 2020. Guest presenter to be announced
February 16, 2020 Jennifer Carpenter
March 15, 2020 Guest presenter to be announced
April 19, 2020 Jennifer Carpenter
May 17, 2020 Member Concert
2019-2020 Board Members:
President: Sharon Bolles
Vice President: Bill Urban
Program Director: Woody Colahan
Treasurer: Woody Colahan
Outreach Coordinator: Gail Nickless
Librarian: Susan Osborn
Newsletter Editor: Karyn Pocernich
