See also:
- the Regular Classes page for classes that run over a period,
- the Playing Days page for SRP branch playing days,
- the Training page for one-day workshops run by the SRP.
Courses and Workshops about recorder making and repair are listed on the Instrument Suppliers page.
Throughout the year Recorder Courses Lyme holds recorder courses at all levels from beginners to Diploma for around 10 – 12 players with some of the best tutors. See the All Year Round tab for more information.
Manor Farm Music Frivolities runs free recorder sessions for adult beginners. See their website for details and dates.
Ann and Steve Marshall also run several recorder courses, advertised here and on their website.
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3rd-7th April |
Rugby School This relaxed and informal course includes technique and beginner bass classes as well as chamber music and recorder orchestra sessions. No audition is required, so it is the perfect starting point for younger and less experienced players as well as providing playing challenges for the more advanced. Players will work in smaller groups according to their playing level. There will also be sessions when everyone plays together. The course will culminate with a concert at Rugby School on the Saturday afternoon for families and friends. |
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13th-15th April |
Knuston Hall, Irchester, Wellingborough, Northamptonshire, NN29 7EU Tutors: Grace Barton, Michael Piraner, Simone Reid (Polyphonica Trio) Prices: Sharing a room £264.00, With a single room £299.00, No overnight stay £198.00 |
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27th-28th April |
Trispen Methodist Hall,Trispen TR4 9BA Organised by Carrick Consort, Cornwall |
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29th April |
St. Luke’s Church Rooms, Countess Wear A fun day of playing with Annabel Knight and Katriina Boosey for young recorder players . Players who are not quite ready to join in a full NYRO day or have not reached the minimum grade standard are welcome to join us for the afternoon session. Auditions for the Summer Course 2018 will be held at this event. |
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20th May |
James Allen’s Girls’ School Tutors Rebecca Austen-Brown and Katriina Boosey The day is aimed at recorder players aged 8 to 25, with a playing standard from Grade 3 up to Diploma level. Applications from recorder teachers are also welcomed. Players who have not reached the required standard or are not ready for a full day’s playing can attend the afternoon session only at a cost of £10. |
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Tutors: Chris Orton and Katriina Boosey The day is aimed at recorder players aged 8 to 25, with a playing standard from Grade 3 up to Diploma level. Applications from recorder teachers are also welcomed. Players who have not reached the required standard or are not ready for a full day’s playing can attend the afternoon session only at a cost of £10 |
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28 July-4 August 2018
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College of St Hild and St Bede, Durham, DH1 1SZ Recorder tutors: Alan Davis, Oonagh Lee, Jane Rumney and Mary Tyers. We welcome instrumentalists and singers of all ages and abilities. Plenty of variety with a wide range of activities and repertoire spanning early renaissance to late baroque. Lavishly staffed with inspirational tutors. Generous bursaries available. Contact: Harriet Gilfillan 07736 108771 |
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6th–9th August Woodhouse Recorder Courses Advanced Course |
Owlpen Manor, Glos, UK Tutors: Annabel Knight with Robin Bigwood (accomp) Daily technique, repertoire and ensemble work, plus tutor concerts and home-cooked food in a fabulous countryside location. An ideal opportunity for those preparing for advanced level performances, auditions, exams or college entrance, to gain useful new skills and insights into the world of the professional recorder player. Maximum 7 participants on this intense but very friendly and supportive course. |
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13th-17th August Historically Informed Summer School |
Bishop Burton College, Beverley, East Yorkshire, HU17 8QG The Historically Informed Summer School is held annually, usually in mid-August. It is an international residential week open to singers and instrumentalists. The course covers all aspects of early music and folk & traditional music and is suitable for students of all ages and experience from elementary to advanced. Recorder Tutors: Rebecca Austen-Brown and Mary Tyers Enquiries: HISS Administrator hissenquiries |
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18th-25th August Irish Recorder and Viol Course
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An Grianán, Termonfechin, Ireland Established in 1971 by Theo Wyatt, the Irish Recorder and Viol course is designed for players of recorders, viols and other early instruments, and covers a wide repertoire from ancient to modern. Sessions include one-to-a-part groups, workshops, consort songs, trio sonatas, choir, large and small ensembles. Tutors: Ibi Aziz, Marion Doherty, Pamela Flanagan, Emma Murphy, Marion Scott, Philip Thorby. Further information from: |
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24th-26th August |
Dean Close School, Cheltenham, GL51 6EP The Summer Recorder Festival is run under the banner of ‘Recorders for All’ by Pam Smith and Jan Epps. This year will be the 4th and takes place from 24 – 26 August 2018 at Dean Close School Cheltenham. The tutors are Alyson Lewin, Annemarie Klein, Annabel Knight, Dietrich Schnabel, Helen Hooker, John Hawkes, Moira Usher, Pam Smith, Ruth Burbidge and Sarah Whomersley. This course is always very popular so early booking is advised. Further information on the web site www.recordersforall.org.uk or contact Jan Epps jan |
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Tuesday 28th August |
St John’s Centre, Merrow, Guildford GU4 7AA Ages 18 and under, up to Grade 8 Tutors Annabel Knight, Rebecca Austen-Brown and Katriina Boosey |
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Recorder Courses Lyme RCL
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Victoria House, Uplyme Road, Lyme Regis, Dorset DT73LP Recorder Courses for around 10 Players: Contact: Josee Beeson enquiries |
