Recorder consorts and ensemble: advanced

- Comfortably play a variety of sizes of recorders
- Enjoy an improved technical level on the recorder
- Recognise the symbols for and perform a range of Baroque ornaments (including French ornamentation)
- Hold your own part both in a large ensemble and in a small consort with increased confidence
- Perform as part of an ensemble and consort with increased confidence.

You will need to bring your recorder(s). Exercises and teaching material will be provided by the tutor. You can borrow, and may wish to buy, the solo or consort music being studied.
Recommended book: Schott Recorder Consort Anthology vol.3, Italian Music (Schott, ED 12389).

Classes will comprise tutor explanation and demonstration, group playing and individual practice (please bring your own instrument). Sessions will also include class discussion, developing ensemble skills and independent rehearsal techniques.
To make progress you will need to practise regularly outside class (ideally at least 20 minutes on least 4 days per week).