The Joy of Playing the Recorder
Via Linda Senior Center • 10440 E Via Linda Scottsdale, AZ 85258 Organized by City of Scottsdale Community Services DivisionAbout this event
Description
Experience the joy of making music with a beautiful instrument, the recorder. It's not just for children! Played by professional musicians for centuries, the recorder is actually an ancient instrument known worldwide. Called the "sweet flute" in many languages, it comes in a range of sizes, tiny to huge, that can be played alone or blending beautifully in a group. It is perfect for amateurs who enjoy music and appreciate a rewarding brain workout. This class will introduce you to the Alto Recorder. Whether you have never played a note of music in your life, or have music experience from earlier years, this class will provide a fun and joyful way to discover or rediscover your musical self! The teacher is the music director of the Desert Pipes, the Phoenix-area chapter of the American Recorder Society. By the end of the session, you will be able to play music including Bach's "Jesu, Joy of Man's Desiring" and Beethoven's "Ode to Joy", and know the joy of playing the recorder!
*See notes for items to purchase prior to the first class*
Items needed for the class:
Recorder: Yamaha YRA-302B Plastic Alto Recorder – approximately $35.
Book: The Sweet Pipes Recorder Book (for adults) Vol. 1 Alto – approximately $7.
Portable Music Stand: Approximately $20-$30, depending on model.
Items can be purchased through HoneysuckleMusic.com or other retailers.
Age Category
Adult 14+
Location
VLSC - Room 5 at Via Linda Senior Center
Prerequisites
Senior Center Membership
Instructor
Ann Koenig