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

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 best way to learn any instrument is to have lessons from a good experienced teacher. Although happily the number of such teachers is constantly growing the recorder is still frequently taught by enthusiastic but inexperienced teachers and many players start by teaching themselves. This series of books sets out to help learners of all ages in all three situations. Experienced teachers who may choose to disregard much of the text as personal demonstration is always clearer than the written word will find exercises and fine tunes a-plenty to support their own mathod at each stage. The less experienced willbenefit from many valuable teaching hints culled fromlong experience and may rely on the books to lead to a sound playing technique and a mastery of simple notation. Those learning by themseves - and I started in this way - are urged to work carefully and systematically through the books taking plenty of time to assimilate each point before moving on. For them without the personal model provided by a live teacher it is vitally important to listen as often as possible to fine players in person or on record so that they have in their mind's ear a clear notion of the kind of sound they would like to produce. But however they start I can only wish that all who use these books will derive as much pleasure and musical satisfaction and gain as many lasting and valued friendships as I have through this most subtle delightful and sociable of instruments. (Brian Bonsor)“...this work is likely to become a standart work very quickly and is to be recommended to all schools where recorder studies are undertaken“ (Oliver James Contact Magazine) Descant Tutors provide a sound-playing technique a mastery of simple notation and contain 570 tunes including concert pieces by Bonsor carols attractive rounds and melodies by 'early music' composers. Clear line drawings greatly assist the pupil making them especially suitable for self-instruction.

Soprano Recorder Method for Classroom or Individual Use- The Recorder Express CD contains a massive selection of 99 fabulous tracks. Most tracks are accompaniment only but some feature a professional recorder player so that students can strive to match her beautiful tone and musicality. brThe Method book is available separately :Recorder Express is the track to becoming a great recorder player and having fun! More than 120 folk pop and original songs and exercises are included as well as technique tips and beginning music theory. Levels 1 and 2 are combined in this one edition! Notes are taught in this order: B A G C D low E low D F# low C F high E. This method was well conceivedand thoroughly tested by master teacher clinician and professional recorder player Artie Almeida.

Tutor book for descant (soprno) recorder (with baroque fingering style)-This method for children aged 6+ has been devised in such a way that in addition to playing the recorder the children also learn the major basics of music theory how to read and write music as well as how to listen and improvise. Breathing and tonguing techniques are taught consistently wrapped in games to liven up the lessons. From the very beginning the method uses Baroque fingering which in contrast to German fingering guarantees a much better intonation. Range of notes from c1 - d2 no chromatic semitones. Consistent work on breathing and tone production. Development of rhythmic confidence in dealing with the note values (crotchet minim dotted minim semibreve quaver).

The best way to learn any instrument is to have lessons from a good experienced teacher. Although happily the number of such teachers is constantly growing the recorder is still frequently taught by enthusiastic but inexperienced teachers and many players start by teaching themselves.This series of books sets out to help learners of all ages in all three situations. Experienced teachers who may choose to disregard much of the text as personal demonstration is always clearer than the written word will find exercises and fine tunes a-plenty to support their own mathod at each stage. The less experienced willbenefit from many valuable teaching hints culled fromlong experience and may rely on the books to lead to a sound playing technique and a mastery of simple notation.Those learning by themseves - and I started in this way - are urged to work carefully and systematically through the books taking plenty of time to assimilate each point before moving on. For them without the personal model provided by a live teacher it is vitally important to listen as often as possible to fine players in person or on record so that they have in their mind's ear a clear notion of the kind of sound they would like to produce.But however they start I can only wish that all who use these books will derive as much pleasure and musical satisfaction and gain as many lasting and valued friendships as I have through this most subtle delightful and sociable of instruments. (Brian Bonsor)?...this work is likely to become a standart work very quickly and is to be recommended to all schools where recorder studies are undertaken? (Oliver James Contact Magazine)These two tutors with accompanying teacher's books are for newcomers to the instrument who are beginning on the treble and so assume no previous knowledge either of the instrument or of musical notation.

Now more than ever the ability to sight-read fluently is an essential part of the training of musicians on any instrument. This workbook is designed to help overcome the nerves that can cause sight-reading problems taking the young recorder player up to grade three level. Step-by-step it helps the player to build up a complete picture of each piece first through rhythmic and melodic exercises related to specific problems then by the study of Prepared piece with associated questions for the student to answer finally to the unprepared sight-reading test itself. Check-boxes for each stage allow both teacher and pupil to keep a eye on progress.

Par SANVOISIN MICHEL. Playing and Learning Soprano Recorder & Volume 1 by Michel Sanvoisin is the first book of an anthology of classical pieces. Written for beginners, this method in English, German and French will enable them to acquire the seventeen notes most commonly played on the recorder. The additional notes are covered in a second book that also includes some revision work. It features pieces inspired by G. Gastoldi, Le Clerc, Pierre Attaingnant, William Byrd, John Dowland and G. P. Telemann among others. It is a great way to learn while playing nice pieces instead of just working on basic exercises. In addition to thismethod, Michel Sanvoisin also wrote one for Alto Recorder. / Pédagogie / Méthode / Flûte à Bec Soprano

Includes a history of the recorder how to choose an instrument how to read music as well as a complete note and fingering chart duets and fun songs from every period of music history from Greensleeves to When the Saints Go Marching In! A fun-filled book that really teaches you how to play!

This new revised edition of J'Apprends La Flûte À Bec by Jean-Claude Veilhan is a beginner method for Soprano Recorder. Including all facets that a beginner method should have it features information on the instrument positioning breathing and theory. Small studies and exercises are also part of the book to support the acquired knowledge throughout. Simple melodic studies will enable young players to start playing music while practising and having fun. This method is a must-have for all those who wish to learn how to play the Recorder. This volume can be completed by the book'Initiation exercises' from the same author.

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

35 Recorder Tunes in Different Styles-Special Songs is a varied collection of melodies written for use with the De Haske recorder method - Recorder World however you don’t need to use the method to enjoy this book. The tunes all have acontemporary character and give you the chance to let everybody hear that you can give fantastic performances of pop-like tunes on your recorder. On the CD you will find enchanting varied and sometimes funny accompaniments. You will surprise everyone as you play along beautifully on your recorder![Key Stage 2-3]