Suita for Descant (soprano) recorder and Basso continuo

Also suitable for tenor recorder and most dances also suitable for treble Recorder

Method for descant recorder-A special method for beginners. First published by Schott in German in 1990. The translation and adaption into English has been made by Peter Bowman.three Volumes for the descant recorder which advance in small steps and include many playful elements suitable for both group and individual lessons. ? Discover the adventure of learning the recorder? Make real progress through games: breathing? A mixture of lively new and traditional tunes? Three supplementery tune books each with a sheet of stickers? Teacher's commentary? Join Dotty-do-a-lot and her friends in the exciting orld of musicFun and Games with the Recorder is a comprehensive recordertutor covering all stages from the first notes of the beginner up to the point of preofessional instruction for budding performers. Although the recorder is often the instrument with wich children will make their first musical discoveries it is also an instrument of the highest artistic merit. This series of books tries to link these two extremes providing a carefully planned pathway between first playful contact with the instrument and professional recorder playing.The three Tutor Books are suitable for use both with small groups and for individual tuition. Progress is methodical and is made in small steps placing great value on consistent work with breathing sound production and the development of rhythmic security.In the Tutor books we speak directly to the child and provide carefully planned precisely formulated exercises. We recognise that some children learning the recorder will not yet be able to read but hope that this will provide an opportunity for a parent or teacher to become involved in the learning process. Each step in this process should be fun and accessable to both the parent/teacher and the child.Tutor Book 1 is intended for children from about six years of age. Previous musical experience is not essential but undoubtedly would prove useful. It concentrates on the notes B A g E1 C2 and D2 leaving sufficient time

63 Traditional Pieces-Irish Folk Tunes For Descant Recorder is a collection of 63 arrangements for Descant Recorder of traditional tunes including a range of styles such as Reels Hornpipes Jigs and more. Experienced recorder player and co-author of English Folk Tunes for Descant Recorder the Baroque Recorder Anthology series and Fun and Games with the Recorder series amongst others Peter Bowman provides notes on all of the styles covered as well as individual pieces. The volume is accompanied by a CD with a recording of all tunes performed by Kathryn Bennetts. German and French translations of all texts are available as pdf downloads fromthe Schott Music website. Suitable for players of grades 3-8.

A very popular beginner's text which presents a step-by-step method of soprano (descant) recorder instruction supported by carefully written studies examples and songs. This book is designed to meet the demand for a clear easy-to-understand and Pedagogically well constructed method in a form that is suitable for both classroom teaching and individual instruction. It may be used in class with the companion Fun with the Alto Recorder.

The Aulos recorder tutor is one of the classic school recorder books. This well loved introduction to recorder playing is suitable for class work or individual study. The book was specifically commissioned by Chappell to compliment Aulos the world's most popular recorder. This book includes key stage 1 2 and 3.

An effective two-level method for Recorder instruction (Student Book 2 = 00710300) and a contemporary approach to instrument learning. The student books include complete introductory materials suitable for use with Baroque and German-style recorders. For general music class teaching the basic student materials are supplemented by a special Teacher's Cassette Kit (item 00710020). Includes 35 songs: 'Bingo' · 'The Caissons Go Rolling Along' · 'Dance of the Reed Flutes' · 'Dona Nobis Pacem' · 'Down in the Valley' · 'The Irish Washerwoman' · 'Jingle Bells' · 'Jolly Old St. Nicholas' · 'Merrily We RollAlong' · 'Ode to Joy' · 'Short'nin' Bread' · 'Zum Gali Gali' and more.

The composer Barbara Heller (b. 1936 and based in Darmstadt) wrote these 5 little pieces evocative of spring in April 1993. They are particularly suitable for teaching and for student recitals.

10 progressive pieces for descant recorder electronic keyboard percussion and voice suitable for the classroom and for concerts. Each piece has a recorder part lyrics for singing along rhythm patterns and keyboard diagramsfor playing the auto-accompaniment.Professionally recorded demonstration and backing tracks are available to purchase and download here .

The magic continues: Valentina, the little witch, and her friend Chebby the Fox have returned, bringing with them many things for the little musicians to discover and to learn in Vol. 2 of the recorder method Flötenzauber. Following up on the first volume, the method has been designed carefully and in a manner suitable for children, gradually involving the right hand and extending the tonal range to the low C. The lovely illustrations can be coloured by the children, e.g. during a short break from learning, and serve as guidance in this volume. The teacher is again given opportunities to motivate the children and recognize their performance of individual pieces with a smiley, for example.The edition is available with or without CD. It contains both a slow and a faster version of the pieces in order that the children can improve their performance and not get discouraged by a fast tempo. The first verse of each song is sung by the children. This helps the little recorder players to find the right entrance and better understand melody and rhythm.Volume 3 in preparation. / Flûte A Bec Soprano

in very easy arrangements-A selection of favourite German folksongs for children (aged 6 or older) in very easy arrangements for descant recorder with an ad libitum part for a second descant. The edition is also available with CD which contains two versions of each song - with and without recorders. Both are suitable for playing along. (German text).

Music Medals Recorder Ensemble Pieces are five volumes of enjoyable and accessible repertoire for the developing ensemble progressively graded Copper Bronze Silver Gold and Platinum. They contain original pieces and imaginative arrangements for duets trios and quartets forming a smashing collection of fun pieces and arrangements in various styles to provide much needed diversity and enjoyment. This exciting range is suitable for lessons concerts or as Part of a Music Medal and forms ideal group-teaching material for the development of ensemble playing. For descant or soprano and treble or alto recorders.

Music Medals Recorder Ensemble Pieces are five volumes of enjoyable and accessible repertoire for the developing ensemble progressively graded Copper Bronze Silver Gold and Platinum. They contain original pieces and imaginative arrangements for duets trios and quartets forming a smashing collection of fun pieces and arrangements in various styles to provide much needed diversity and enjoyment. This exciting range is suitable for lessons concerts or as part of a Music Medal and forms ideal group-teaching material for the development of ensemble playing. For descant or soprano and treble or alto recorders.

Here’s a book you’ll be pulling off the shelf for many Christmases to come. A Celtic Recorder Christmas is a treasury of 24 Irish Scottish Welsh and English holiday carols suitable for both soprano and tenorinstruments. Simple duets for two recorders a round for three and arrangements for solo recorder with guitar chords are all printed on a large easy to read staff and lavishly adorned with Celtic calligraphy. From the hauntinglybeautiful melodies of the Hebrides to the ancient airs of Ireland to the familiar Yuletide tunes of Wales England and Scotland these songs are sure to warm your heart and rouse the spirit of this giving season in a way noother music can.