Instructor-Glenda Garwood
12:30 to 1:00 and 1:00-1:30 Beginners for half hour classes
1:30-2:00 Intermediates for half hour classes
Recorder classes at beginner and intermediate levels, are available to give younger home schooled students the opportunity to begin to read music, play real music on the recorder, and understand basic music theory. Students will be taught proper posture, how to read and play music, and instrument care. The recorder class is a great way to introduce your child to basic music principles and basic music appreciation. Available to children age 6 and up, students will learn note recognition and rhythm. By the end of the year, they will be able to play several songs on a recorder. This is a great way to prepare your child for beginner band or orchestra.
The recorder classes are limited in size and divided roughly by age and ability. The recorder season is 23 weeks, and culminates in recitals for family rather than concerts. This is less threatening for younger students. Dates for recitals will be posted on our Calendar page.
Beginner Recorder: This is for students from age 6 who know nothing about music or instruments (or who have come up from our Joyful Noisemakers!). The class will include gentle instruction in the basics of reading music, learning notes on the recorder, and playing a variety of simple songs.
Intermediate Recorder: This class builds on what was learned in Beginner Recorder, adding notes and techniques, as well as more complicated rhythms and more advanced music.
Student requirements: A folding wire stand and “concert dress”. Students may provide their own instrument and book or purchase a set (book and instrument) for only $8.50 at the first day of class.