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2 Four-Part Sonatas (2 vierstimmage Sonaten)
Reference: M2811
Brand: Moeck2 Four-Part Sonatas (2 vierstimmage Sonaten)
Composer: Boismortier - Joseph Bodin de
Arranger: Daniel Bruggen & Bertho Driever
Instrumentation: Treble - Tenor - Bass + 2 Voices
Period/genre: Baroque
Grade: Difficult
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Composer: Boismortier - Joseph Bodin de
Arranger: Daniel Bruggen & Bertho Driever
Instrumentation: Treble - Tenor - Bass + 2 Voices
Period/genre: Baroque
Grade: Difficult
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Easy Quartets without Bass Vol 1
Reference: DOL117#
Brand: London Pro MusicaEasy Quartets without Bass Vol 1
Composer: Various
Arranger: Bernstein
Instrumentation: Descant - Treble - Tenor - Bass - various combinations
Period/genre: Renaissance
Grade: Moderate
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- $17.85
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Composer: Various
Arranger: Bernstein
Instrumentation: Descant - Treble - Tenor - Bass - various combinations
Period/genre: Renaissance
Grade: Moderate
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The Dowland Collection
Reference: DOL114
Brand: London Pro MusicaThe Dowland Collection
Composer: Dowland - John
Arranger: Ed Larry Bernstein
Instrumentation: 4 - 5 Recorders
Period/genre: Renaissance
Grade: Moderate
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- $23.90
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Composer: Dowland - John
Arranger: Ed Larry Bernstein
Instrumentation: 4 - 5 Recorders
Period/genre: Renaissance
Grade: Moderate
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The Recorder Consort 1
Reference: M060022791
Brand: Boosey & HawkesThe Recorder Consort 1
Composer: Various
Arranger: Steve Rosenberg
Instrumentation: Descant/Treble/Tenor/Bass - various combinations
Period/genre: Mixed
Grade: Easy - Moderate
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Composer: Various
Arranger: Steve Rosenberg
Instrumentation: Descant/Treble/Tenor/Bass - various combinations
Period/genre: Mixed
Grade: Easy - Moderate
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Schott Recorder Consort Anthology: English Music Vol 6
Reference: ED12392#
Brand: SchottSchott Recorder Consort Anthology: English Music Vol 6
Composer: Various
Arranger: Bernard Thomas
Instrumentation: 3 - 5 Recorders
Period/genre: Mixed
Grade: Moderate
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- $49.50
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Composer: Various
Arranger: Bernard Thomas
Instrumentation: 3 - 5 Recorders
Period/genre: Mixed
Grade: Moderate
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The Recorder Consort 2
Reference: M060022807#
Brand: Boosey & HawkesThe Recorder Consort 2
Composer: Various
Arranger: Steve Rosenberg
Instrumentation: Descant/Treble/Tenor/Bass - various combinations
Period/genre: Mixed
Grade: Easy - Moderate
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- $46.95
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Composer: Various
Arranger: Steve Rosenberg
Instrumentation: Descant/Treble/Tenor/Bass - various combinations
Period/genre: Mixed
Grade: Easy - Moderate
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Recorder Quartets 2 - Renaissance Music
Reference: 507212
Brand: Zen-OnRecorder Quartets 2 - Renaissance Music
Composer: Various
Instrumentation: Descant - Treble - Tenor - Bass
Period/genre: Renaissance
Grade: Moderate
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- $39.95
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Composer: Various
Instrumentation: Descant - Treble - Tenor - Bass
Period/genre: Renaissance
Grade: Moderate
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Recorder Quartets 5 - Works of Bach and Vivaldi
Reference: 507215
Brand: Zen-OnRecorder Quartets 5 - Works of Bach and Vivaldi
Composers: Bach - Johann Sebastian; Vivaldi - Antonio
Instrumentation: Descant - Treble - Tenor - Bass
Period/genre: Baroque
Grade: Moderate
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Composers: Bach - Johann Sebastian; Vivaldi - Antonio
Instrumentation: Descant - Treble - Tenor - Bass
Period/genre: Baroque
Grade: Moderate
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The Purcell Collection Vol II
Reference: DOL121E
Brand: London Pro MusicaThe Purcell Collection Vol II
Composer: Purcell - Henry
Arranger: Larry Bernstein
Instrumentation: Descant - Treble - Tenor - Bass
Period/Genre: Baroque
Grade: Moderate
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- $23.95
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Composer: Purcell - Henry
Arranger: Larry Bernstein
Instrumentation: Descant - Treble - Tenor - Bass
Period/Genre: Baroque
Grade: Moderate
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The Susato Collection
Reference: DOL108
Brand: London Pro MusicaThe Susato Collection
Composer: Susato - Tielman
Arranger: Larry Bernstein
Instrumentation: Descant - Treble - Tenor - Bass
Period/Genre: Renaissance
Grade: Moderate
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- $21.00
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- $21.00
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Composer: Susato - Tielman
Arranger: Larry Bernstein
Instrumentation: Descant - Treble - Tenor - Bass
Period/Genre: Renaissance
Grade: Moderate
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Indian Summer
Reference: ZFS779/780
Brand: MoeckIndian Summer
Composer: Maute - Matthias
Instrumentation: Descant - Treble - Tenor - Bass
Period/genre: 20th Century
Grade: Moderate - Difficult
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- $17.95
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Composer: Maute - Matthias
Instrumentation: Descant - Treble - Tenor - Bass
Period/genre: 20th Century
Grade: Moderate - Difficult
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The Recorder Consort 3
Reference: M060074455
Brand: Boosey & HawkesThe Recorder Consort 3
Composer: Various
Arranger: Steve Rosenberg
Instrumentation: Descant/Treble/Tenor/Bass - various combinations
Period/genre: Mixed
Grade: Easy - Moderate
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- $47.95
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- $47.95
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Composer: Various
Arranger: Steve Rosenberg
Instrumentation: Descant/Treble/Tenor/Bass - various combinations
Period/genre: Mixed
Grade: Easy - Moderate
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Joyful Tidings: Seventeen Beloved Christmas Carols
Reference: SP2348
Brand: Sweet PipesJoyful Tidings: Seventeen Beloved Christmas Carols
Composer: Traditional
Arranger: William Hettrick
Instrumentation: Descant - Treble - Tenor - Bass
Period/genre: Folk/Trad
Grade: Easy - Moderate
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- $16.99
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Composer: Traditional
Arranger: William Hettrick
Instrumentation: Descant - Treble - Tenor - Bass
Period/genre: Folk/Trad
Grade: Easy - Moderate
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Celtic Materials
Reference: OMP127
Brand: Orpheus MusicCeltic Materials
Composer: Thorn - Benjamin
Instrumentation: Descant - Treble - Tenor - Bass
Period/genre: Australian Contemporary
Grade: Moderate
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- From $26.40
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Composer: Thorn - Benjamin
Instrumentation: Descant - Treble - Tenor - Bass
Period/genre: Australian Contemporary
Grade: Moderate
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Kurrawongs
Reference: OMP046
Brand: Orpheus MusicKurrawongs
Composer: Coggan - Miggs
Instrumentation: Descant - 2 Trebles - Tenor
Period/genre: Australian Contemporary
Grade: Moderate
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Composer: Coggan - Miggs
Instrumentation: Descant - 2 Trebles - Tenor
Period/genre: Australian Contemporary
Grade: Moderate
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Concerto in A minor
Reference: N4519
Brand: NoetzelConcerto in A minor
Composer: Vivaldi - Antonio
Arranger: Ulrich Herrmann
Instrumentation: 2 Trebles - Tenor - Bass
Period/genre: Baroque
Grade: Moderate - Difficult
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- $45.95
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Composer: Vivaldi - Antonio
Arranger: Ulrich Herrmann
Instrumentation: 2 Trebles - Tenor - Bass
Period/genre: Baroque
Grade: Moderate - Difficult
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Schott Recorder Consort Anthology: Dance Music Vol 4
Reference: ED12390
Brand: SchottSchott Recorder Consort Anthology: Dance Music Vol 4
Composer: Various
Arranger: Bernard Thomas
Instrumentation: 3 - 5 Recorders
Period/genre: Mixed
Grade: Moderate
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- $42.95
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Composer: Various
Arranger: Bernard Thomas
Instrumentation: 3 - 5 Recorders
Period/genre: Mixed
Grade: Moderate
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The Art of Fugue Bach
Reference: P632#
Brand: Peacock PressThe Art of Fugue Bach
Composer: Bach - Johann Sebastian
Arranger: Eric Haas
Instrumentation: Descant - Treble - Tenor - Bass
Period/genre: Baroque
Grade: Moderate - Difficult - Very Difficult
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- $40.95
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Composer: Bach - Johann Sebastian
Arranger: Eric Haas
Instrumentation: Descant - Treble - Tenor - Bass
Period/genre: Baroque
Grade: Moderate - Difficult - Very Difficult
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Zemer Atik and other Jewish songs
Reference: OMP135
Brand: Orpheus MusicZemer Atik and other Jewish songs
Composer: Thorn - Benjamin
Instrumentation: Descant - Treble - Tenor - Bass
Period/genre: Folk/Trad
Grade: Moderate
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- From $18.80
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Composer: Thorn - Benjamin
Instrumentation: Descant - Treble - Tenor - Bass
Period/genre: Folk/Trad
Grade: Moderate
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The Consort Collection Volume 1
Reference: DOL101
Brand: London Pro MusicaThe Consort Collection Volume 1
Composer: Various
Arranger: Larry Bernstein
Instrumentation: Descant - Treble - Tenor - Bass
Period/Genre: Renaissance
Grade: Moderate
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- $21.95
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- $21.95
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Composer: Various
Arranger: Larry Bernstein
Instrumentation: Descant - Treble - Tenor - Bass
Period/Genre: Renaissance
Grade: Moderate
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An Evening of Chaconnes
Reference: OMP106
Brand: Orpheus MusicAn Evening of Chaconnes
Composer: Eccles - Lance
Instrumentation: Descant - Treble - Tenor - Bass
Period/genre: Australian Contemporary
Grade: Moderate
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Composer: Eccles - Lance
Instrumentation: Descant - Treble - Tenor - Bass
Period/genre: Australian Contemporary
Grade: Moderate
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The Four-part Consort Music
Reference: LPMEM10
Brand: London Pro MusicaThe Four-part Consort Music
Composer: Byrd - William
Instrumentation: Descant - Treble - Tenor - Bass
Period/Genre: Renaissance
Grade: Difficult
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- $42.95
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Composer: Byrd - William
Instrumentation: Descant - Treble - Tenor - Bass
Period/Genre: Renaissance
Grade: Difficult
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Mavumo ya uana: African Suite No 3
Reference: M2826
Brand: MoeckMavumo ya uana: African Suite No 3
Composer: Sieg - Soren
Instrumentation: Treble - 2 Tenors - Bass
Period/genre: 20th Century
Grade: Difficult
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- $37.95
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Composer: Sieg - Soren
Instrumentation: Treble - 2 Tenors - Bass
Period/genre: 20th Century
Grade: Difficult
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The Recorder Consort 4
Reference: M060097652
Brand: Boosey & HawkesThe Recorder Consort 4
Composer: Various
Arranger: Steve Rosenberg
Instrumentation: Descant/Treble/Tenor/Bass - various combinations
Period/genre: Mixed
Grade: Easy - Moderate
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- $46.95
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Composer: Various
Arranger: Steve Rosenberg
Instrumentation: Descant/Treble/Tenor/Bass - various combinations
Period/genre: Mixed
Grade: Easy - Moderate
Shop from Our Extensive Range of Recorder Quartets
Recorder quartets sit at the centre of consort music. The familiar mix of soprano, alto, tenor and bass creates a clear four-part texture where each line carries equal responsibility. Melody passes between players, inner parts shape harmony, and the bass anchors the structure.
The recorder quartets collection available at Orpheus Music supports school ensembles, community groups, and experienced chamber players. With over a thousand titles available, the catalogue covers early repertoire through to the latest compositions, offering practical choices across different skill levels.
Recorder Quartet Repertoire Selection
Playing recorder quartets provides ensembles with the opportunity to perform music from different styles. Players improve blend, balance, and phrasing as they explore works from earlier musical eras through to modern compositions.
Available titles include:
- Renaissance consort pieces
- Baroque sonatas and concerto arrangements
- Classical and Romantic transcriptions
- Folk-inspired works
- Jazz-influenced arrangements
- Orchestral pieces adapted for recorder quartet
- Contemporary compositions written for present-day ensembles
This breadth allows directors to plan varied programs and build technical strength across the ensemble.
Instrument Scoring for Recorder Quartets
Recorder quartets come in several scoring formats. The most common layout follows soprano (descant), alto (treble), tenor, and bass. This scoring provides a complete tonal spectrum and clear part writing.
Alternative groupings include:
- Two altos with tenor and bass
- Four altos
- Four basses
These options assist ensembles with specific instrument availability.
Tradition and Continuing Growth in Recorder Quartets
Recorder quartets have a long history associated with music from the Renaissance and Baroque periods. Many groups begin with early repertoire and expand their programs through performances and recordings.
- Ensembles such as Sour Cream (led by Frans Brüggen), Flautando Köln, the Flanders Recorder Quartet, Amsterdam Loeki Stardust Quartet, and Quartet New Generation have presented concerts combining historical works with contemporary compositions.
- Leading performers including Dan Laurin, Piers Adams, Maurice Steger, and Dorothee Oberlinger have supported consort music through touring and recordings.
- New works continue to expand the recorder quartet repertoire, maintaining a strong link between historical tradition and modern composition.
Selecting Recorder Quartets for Your Ensemble
Choosing repertoire requires an honest assessment of ensemble ability and rehearsal time. Early-level groups benefit from clear structures and stable rhythms. Developing players improve through music that challenges articulation and independence between parts. Advanced quartets often seek intricate counterpoint and extended range.
Matching the right recorder quartets to your ensemble supports steady improvement and confident performance.
Considerations for selecting titles:
- Instrument balance within your group
- Range demands for each part
- Historical style and interpretation
- Concert program themes
Our team offers practical guidance to help match recorder quartets with ensemble ability and performance goals.
Why Choose Us
Our focus remains firmly on recorders and recorder repertoire. This commitment shapes the depth and quality of our catalogue.
What Supports Our Reputation Among Players and Directors
- Over one thousand titles for recorder quartets
- Broad coverage from Renaissance to contemporary styles
- Resources suitable for schools, community groups, and professionals
- Direct involvement in national workshops and performance initiatives
- Organisers of the Australasian Recorder Festival and national competitions
- Secure and fully insured shipping across Australia
This focused approach allows us to supply recorder quartets that meet practical rehearsal needs and performance expectations.
Expanding Musical Growth Through Recorder Quartets
Rehearsing as a group enhances listening accuracy, pitch control, and rhythmic coordination. Recorder quartets require each player to perform independently while maintaining balance within the ensemble. This experience builds confidence and musical maturity.
By working through varied repertoire, ensembles gain exposure to historical interpretation and modern techniques. Recorder quartets provide a structured path for growth across all playing levels.
Start Building Your Recorder Quartets Library
Strengthen your ensemble program with carefully selected recorder quartets. Explore our extensive range and choose repertoire suited to your group’s ability and performance goals.
Contact Orpheus Music to find high-quality recorder quartets for confident rehearsals and engaging performances.