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Garklein Recorders

Garklein Recorders

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Sopranino Recorders

Descant Recorders

Descant Recorders

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Treble Recorders

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A-415 Hz Recorders

A-415 Hz Recorders

Tenor Recorders

Tenor Recorders

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Orpheus Music is a Recorder specialist shop. A large range of quality recorders from Mollenhauer, Kung, Dolmetsch, Aulos, Zen-on and Kunath Peatzold. Garklein recorders, descant recorders, soprano recorders, treble recorders, alto recorders, tenor, bass recorders, and great bass recorders. Many different models including Kung studio, Kung Superio, Kung Marsayas, Mollenhauer Canta, Mollenhauer Denner range, Mollenhauer dream. These instruments are traditionally constructed from woods such as: pear, maple, plum, palisander, rosewood, olivewood, grenadilla, satinwood and cherrywood. Recorders are also made in plastic with beginner and high quality recorders available. 


Recorders are made in different sizes with names and compasses roughly corresponding to different vocal ranges. This is not, however, a reflection of sounding pitch, and serves primarily to denote the pitch relationships between the different instruments. The sizes most commonly in use today are the soprano ("descant", lowest note C5), alto  "treble", lowest note F4), tenor (lowest note C4) and bass (lowest note F3). The recorders' internal and external proportions vary, but the bore is generally reverse conical (i.e. tapering towards the foot) to cylindrical, and all recorder fingering systems make extensive use of cross fingering.

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The recorder is first documented in Europe in the Middle Ages, and continued to enjoy wide popularity in the renaissance and baroque periods, but was little used in the classical and romantic periods. It was revived in the 20th century as part of the historically informed performance movement, and became a popular amateur and educational instrument. Composers who have written for the recorder include Monteverdi, Lully, Purcell, Handel, Vivaldi, Telemann, Johann Sebastian Bach, Paul Hindemith, Benjamin Britten, Leonard Bernstein, Luciano Berio, and Arvo Pärt. Today, there are many professional recorder players who demonstrate the instrument's full solo range and a large community of amateurs.

The sound of the recorder is often described as clear and sweet, and has historically been associated with birds and shepherds. It is notable for its quick response and its corresponding ability to produce a wide variety of articulations. This ability, coupled with its open finger holes, allow it to produce a wide variety of tone colors and special effects. Acoustically, its tone is relatively pure and odd harmonics predominate in its sound.

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  • Alouette Descant Recorder Alouette Descant Recorder

    Reference: AU103N

    Brand: Aulos

    Alouette Descant Recorder

    • Built-in thumb rest places right hand  in correct, relaxed position.
    • Curved windway.
    • Single holes for low C and D provide ease of playing in lower register.
    • Dark brown with ivory-coloured trim.
    • Accessories: carrying bag and fingering chart.
    • Baroque Fingering.
    $16.95
    $16.95
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    • Built-in thumb rest places right hand  in correct, relaxed position.
    • Curved windway.
    • Single holes for low C and D provide ease of playing in lower register.
    • Dark brown with ivory-coloured trim.
    • Accessories: carrying bag and fingering chart.
    • Baroque Fingering.
  • Sopranino Recorder by Yamaha Sopranino Recorder by Yamaha

    Reference: YRN302B

    Brand: Yamaha

    Sopranino Recorder

    A newly developed sopranino recorder

    with a brilliant tone. It sounds rich and

    even throughout the registers and is

    capable of great expression

    $47.95
    $47.95
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    A newly developed sopranino recorder

    with a brilliant tone. It sounds rich and

    even throughout the registers and is

    capable of great expression

  • Denner Descant Recorder in Pearwood Denner Descant Recorder in Pearwood

    Reference: MOL-5107

    Brand: Mollenhauer

    Denner Descant Recorder in Pearwood

    Made from selected Pearwood. 

    Baroque Double Holes, made in 3 pieces.

    Based on original instruments by Jacob Denner (1681-1735)

    Brilliant, expressive sound with a convincing charm.

    Agile, quick response in all octaves: ideal for virtuosic music of any era.

    $410.00
    $410.00
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    Made from selected Pearwood. 

    Baroque Double Holes, made in 3 pieces.

    Based on original instruments by Jacob Denner (1681-1735)

    Brilliant, expressive sound with a convincing charm.

    Agile, quick response in all octaves: ideal for virtuosic music of any era.

  • Adri's Dream Descant Recorder in Pearwood Adri's Dream Descant Recorder in Pearwood

    Reference: MOL-4119

    Brand: Mollenhauer

    Adri's Dream Descant Recorder in Pearwood

    • Made from natural Pearwood.
    • Wide bore, full sound for ensemble playing.
    • Attractive shape based on Medieval and Renaissance models.
    • Large finger holes, good tactile orientation on the instrument.
    • Baroque double holes.
    $280.00
    $280.00
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    • Made from natural Pearwood.
    • Wide bore, full sound for ensemble playing.
    • Attractive shape based on Medieval and Renaissance models.
    • Large finger holes, good tactile orientation on the instrument.
    • Baroque double holes.
  • Denner Descant Recorder in Rosewood Denner Descant Recorder in Rosewood

    Reference: MOL-5120

    Brand: Mollenhauer

    Denner Descant Recorder in Rosewood

    • Rosewood Descant, baroque double holes.
    • Denner - A wealth of sound from fine woods. A sophisticated ensemble based on original instruments by Jacob Denner (1681-1735) in Nuremberg and Copenhagen. Brilliant, expressive sound with a convincing charm.
    • Agile, quick response in all octaves: ideal for virtuosic music of any era.
    $740.00
    $740.00
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    • Rosewood Descant, baroque double holes.
    • Denner - A wealth of sound from fine woods. A sophisticated ensemble based on original instruments by Jacob Denner (1681-1735) in Nuremberg and Copenhagen. Brilliant, expressive sound with a convincing charm.
    • Agile, quick response in all octaves: ideal for virtuosic music of any era.
  • Descant Recorder by Yamaha Descant Recorder by Yamaha

    Reference: YRS402B

    Brand: Yamaha

    Descant Recorder - Yellow & White

    The shape of the instrument is based on Rottenburgh masterpieces. Well-defined tone reminiscent of substantial wood recorders is a characteristic that helps this model excel for solo playing or small recorder ensembles.

    Colour: A light mustard yellow & white.

    $74.95
    $74.95
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    The shape of the instrument is based on Rottenburgh masterpieces. Well-defined tone reminiscent of substantial wood recorders is a characteristic that helps this model excel for solo playing or small recorder ensembles.

    Colour: A light mustard yellow & white.

  • Stanesby Descant Stanesby Descant

    Reference: Z150BN

    Brand: ZEN-ON

    Stanesby Descant

    • Based on fine historic instruments, designed by Friedrich von Huene and Kodo Uesugi.
    • Especially noted for its accurate intonation and impeccable voicing.
    • A marvelous instrument for recreating the music of the 18th century.
    • English fingering, made in 3 sections.
    • ABS resin, with joint lubricant and cleaning rod. 
    $37.50
    $37.50
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    • Based on fine historic instruments, designed by Friedrich von Huene and Kodo Uesugi.
    • Especially noted for its accurate intonation and impeccable voicing.
    • A marvelous instrument for recreating the music of the 18th century.
    • English fingering, made in 3 sections.
    • ABS resin, with joint lubricant and cleaning rod. 
  • Treble Recorder by Yamaha Treble Recorder by Yamaha

    Reference: YRA312B

    Brand: Yamaha

    Treble Recorder in Brown Wood Grain/Ivory - Yamaha

    Rich rosewood-like finish

    model of the YRA-302B.

    $94.95
    $94.95
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    Rich rosewood-like finish

    model of the YRA-302B.

  • Denner Treble Recorder in Pearwood Denner Treble Recorder in Pearwood

    Reference: MOL-5206

    Brand: Mollenhauer

    Denner Treble Recorder in Pearwood

    • Pearwood Treble, baroque double holes.
    • The re-designed Denner Alto - Elegant full sound, usually only heard in low pitched recorders. The re-designed traditional bore creates a well-balanced baroque timbre of distinctive beauty and stability. It offers players new musical expressiveness with perfect intonation.
    • Flexible sound, balanced in all registers, stable intonation. 
    $672.00
    $672.00
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    • Pearwood Treble, baroque double holes.
    • The re-designed Denner Alto - Elegant full sound, usually only heard in low pitched recorders. The re-designed traditional bore creates a well-balanced baroque timbre of distinctive beauty and stability. It offers players new musical expressiveness with perfect intonation.
    • Flexible sound, balanced in all registers, stable intonation. 
  • Canta Treble Recorder in Pearwood Canta Treble Recorder in Pearwood

    Reference: MOL-2206

    Brand: Mollenhauer

    Canta Treble Recorder in Pearwood

    • Canta - the joy of ensemble playing.
    • Made from Pearwood, Baroque double holes.
    • Pleasant and clear sound which speaks easily.
    • A fine instrument for either ensemble or solo.
    $440.00
    $440.00
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    • Canta - the joy of ensemble playing.
    • Made from Pearwood, Baroque double holes.
    • Pleasant and clear sound which speaks easily.
    • A fine instrument for either ensemble or solo.
  • Adri's Dream Descant Recorder, Pearwood body/Red glitter headjoint Adri's Dream Descant Recorder, Pearwood body/Red glitter headjoint

    Reference: MOL-1119R

    Brand: Mollenhauer

    Adri's Dream Descant Recorder, Pearwood body/Red glitter headjoint

    • Red glitter-plastic head-joint, pearwood body.
    • Wide bore producing a full rich sound across the range.
    • Attractive shape based on Medieval and Renaissance models.
    • The large finger holes are especially easy for children to feel.
    • Baroque double holes.
    $120.00
    $120.00
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    • Red glitter-plastic head-joint, pearwood body.
    • Wide bore producing a full rich sound across the range.
    • Attractive shape based on Medieval and Renaissance models.
    • The large finger holes are especially easy for children to feel.
    • Baroque double holes.
  • Denner Treble Recorder in Rosewood Denner Treble Recorder in Rosewood

    Reference: MOL-5220

    Brand: Mollenhauer

    Denner Treble Recorder in Rosewood

    • Rosewood Treble, Baroque double holes.
    • The re-designed Denner Alto. Elegant full sound, usually only heard in low pitched recorders. The re-designed traditional bore creates a well-balanced baroque timbre of distinctive beauty and stability. It offers players new musical expressiveness with perfect intonation.
    • Flexible sound, balanced in all registers, stable intonation.
    $1,315.00
    $1,315.00
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    • Rosewood Treble, Baroque double holes.
    • The re-designed Denner Alto. Elegant full sound, usually only heard in low pitched recorders. The re-designed traditional bore creates a well-balanced baroque timbre of distinctive beauty and stability. It offers players new musical expressiveness with perfect intonation.
    • Flexible sound, balanced in all registers, stable intonation.
  • Sinor Comfort Knick Tenor in Cherrywood by Kung Sinor Comfort Knick Tenor in Cherrywood by Kung

    Reference: K1593

    Brand: Kung

    Sinor Knick Comfort Tenor in Cherrywood

    Made from selected Cherrywood

    Baroque fingering, double keys C/C#, extra keys G and F

    Bent ("knick") headjoint for extra access and comfort

    Kung's signature rich and warm sound, perfect for ensemble work 

    $1,660.00
    $1,660.00
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    Made from selected Cherrywood

    Baroque fingering, double keys C/C#, extra keys G and F

    Bent ("knick") headjoint for extra access and comfort

    Kung's signature rich and warm sound, perfect for ensemble work 

  • Denner Descant Recorder in Grenadilla Denner Descant Recorder in Grenadilla

    Reference: MOL-5124

    Brand: Mollenhauer

    Denner Descant Recorder in Grenadilla

    • Grenadilla Descant, Baroque double holes.
    • Denner - A wealth of sound from fine woods. A sophisticated ensemble based on original instruments by Jacob Denner (1681-1735) in Nuremberg and Copenhagen. Brilliant, expressive sound with a convincing charm.
    • Agile, quick response in all octaves: ideal for virtuosic music of any era. 
    $875.00
    $875.00
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    • Grenadilla Descant, Baroque double holes.
    • Denner - A wealth of sound from fine woods. A sophisticated ensemble based on original instruments by Jacob Denner (1681-1735) in Nuremberg and Copenhagen. Brilliant, expressive sound with a convincing charm.
    • Agile, quick response in all octaves: ideal for virtuosic music of any era. 
  • Denner Treble Recorder in Castello boxwood Denner Treble Recorder in Castello boxwood

    Reference: MOL-5222

    Brand: Mollenhauer

    Denner Treble Recorder in Castello boxwood

    • Castello Boxwood Treble, baroque double holes.
    • The re-designed Denner Alto. Elegant full sound, usually only heard in low pitched recorders. The re-designed traditional bore creates a well-balanced baroque timbre of distinctive beauty and stability. It offers players new musical expressiveness with perfect intonation.
    • Flexible sound, balanced in all registers, stable intonation. 
    $979.00
    $979.00
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    • Castello Boxwood Treble, baroque double holes.
    • The re-designed Denner Alto. Elegant full sound, usually only heard in low pitched recorders. The re-designed traditional bore creates a well-balanced baroque timbre of distinctive beauty and stability. It offers players new musical expressiveness with perfect intonation.
    • Flexible sound, balanced in all registers, stable intonation. 
  • Descant recorder by Yamaha Descant recorder by Yamaha

    Reference: YRS312B

    Brand: Yamaha

    Descant recorder - Dark Wood-Grain & Ivory

    This is a version of the

    YRS-302B with

    a finish resembling that of high

    grade rosewood recorders.

    $74.95
    $74.95
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    This is a version of the

    YRS-302B with

    a finish resembling that of high

    grade rosewood recorders.

  • Robin Descant Recorder Robin Descant Recorder

    Reference: AU205A

    Brand: Aulos

    Robin Descant Recorder

    • Uses the patented AULOS "cavity wall" design.
    • Warm, clear and sonorous tone
    • Arguably the least piercing tone of any plastic descant recorder
    • Three-piece Soprano Recorder.
    • Double holes (for C# and D#)
    • Baroque Fingering.
    • Dark Brown & Ivory Colour.
    $35.95
    $35.95
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    • Uses the patented AULOS "cavity wall" design.
    • Warm, clear and sonorous tone
    • Arguably the least piercing tone of any plastic descant recorder
    • Three-piece Soprano Recorder.
    • Double holes (for C# and D#)
    • Baroque Fingering.
    • Dark Brown & Ivory Colour.
  • Treble Recorder by Yamaha Treble Recorder by Yamaha

    Reference: YRA314B

    Brand: Yamaha

    Treble Recorder in Light Brown Wood Grain/Ivory - Yamaha

    A version of the YRA-302B

    which offers a noble Makassar

    ebony style coating.

    $94.95
    $94.95
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    A version of the YRA-302B

    which offers a noble Makassar

    ebony style coating.

  • Bass Recorder by Yamaha Bass Recorder by Yamaha

    Reference: YRB302B

    Brand: Yamaha

    Bass Recorder

    This is an ABS bass recorder with a

    design created to mimic the qualities of

    an expensive hand-crafted wooden

    model. It features very accurate

    $699.00
    $699.00
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    This is an ABS bass recorder with a

    design created to mimic the qualities of

    an expensive hand-crafted wooden

    model. It features very accurate

  • Dream-Edition Descant Recorder in Plumwood Dream-Edition Descant Recorder in Plumwood

    Reference: TE-4118

    Brand: Mollenhauer

    Dream-Edition Descant Recorder in Plumwood

    Dream Recorders for the demands of a soloist
    Due to their characteristic wide bore and full round sound Dream-Edition recorders are also suitable for demanding solo recorder repertoire. These hand-finished instruments in European plumwood with maple decorative rings combine a colourful rich sound with a stable tone. Baroque fingering and double holes provide surprising agility.

     

     

    $668.00
    $668.00
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    Dream Recorders for the demands of a soloist
    Due to their characteristic wide bore and full round sound Dream-Edition recorders are also suitable for demanding solo recorder repertoire. These hand-finished instruments in European plumwood with maple decorative rings combine a colourful rich sound with a stable tone. Baroque fingering and double holes provide surprising agility.

     

     

  • Canta Treble Recorder (with double key) in Pearwood Canta Treble Recorder (with double key) in Pearwood

    Reference: MOL-2246

    Brand: Mollenhauer

    Canta Treble Recorder (with double key) in Pearwood

    • Pearwood Treble, baroque double holes, with double key.
    • Pleasantly clear sound - speaks easily: for use in ensembles or as a solo instrument, Canta is the model that offers versatility.
    • Especially resilient and reliable due to the choice of wood and robust, practical design. Relaxed holding position due to the wellbalanced weight distribution, light construction and slender.
    $820.00
    $820.00
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    • Pearwood Treble, baroque double holes, with double key.
    • Pleasantly clear sound - speaks easily: for use in ensembles or as a solo instrument, Canta is the model that offers versatility.
    • Especially resilient and reliable due to the choice of wood and robust, practical design. Relaxed holding position due to the wellbalanced weight distribution, light construction and slender.
  • Denner Descant Recorder in Castello Boxwood Denner Descant Recorder in Castello Boxwood

    Reference: MOL-5122

    Brand: Mollenhauer

    Denner Descant Recorder in Castello Boxwood

    • Made from selected Castello Boxwood with Baroque double holes.
    • Based on original instruments by Jacob Denner (1681-1735) in Nuremberg and Copenhagen.
    • Reliable, accurate playing even in the highest register.
    • A versatile, clear and beautiful sounding instrument.
    $597.00
    $597.00
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    • Made from selected Castello Boxwood with Baroque double holes.
    • Based on original instruments by Jacob Denner (1681-1735) in Nuremberg and Copenhagen.
    • Reliable, accurate playing even in the highest register.
    • A versatile, clear and beautiful sounding instrument.
  • Adri's Dream Treble Recorder in Pearwood Adri's Dream Treble Recorder in Pearwood

    Reference: MOL-4317

    Brand: Mollenhauer

    Adri's Dream Treble Recorder in Pearwood

    • Made from natural Pearwood.
    • Wide bore, full sound for ensemble playing.
    • Attractive shape based on Medieval and Renaissance models.
    • Large finger holes, good tactile orientation on the instrument.
    • Baroque double holes.
    $699.00
    $699.00
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    • Made from natural Pearwood.
    • Wide bore, full sound for ensemble playing.
    • Attractive shape based on Medieval and Renaissance models.
    • Large finger holes, good tactile orientation on the instrument.
    • Baroque double holes.
  • Studio Garklein Recorder in Pearwood Studio Garklein Recorder in Pearwood

    Reference: K1101

    Brand: Kung

    Studio Garklein Recorder in Pearwood

    • Made from selected Pearwood.
    • Baroque single holes.
    • Suitable for beginners as well as for ensemble playing.
    • The Kung Studio model recorders have a warm and pleasant sound.
    • Includes sturdy carry pouch and service card/fingering chart.
    $174.06
    $174.06
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    • Made from selected Pearwood.
    • Baroque single holes.
    • Suitable for beginners as well as for ensemble playing.
    • The Kung Studio model recorders have a warm and pleasant sound.
    • Includes sturdy carry pouch and service card/fingering chart.