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Garklein Recorders

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Descant Recorders

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Treble Recorders

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A-415 Hz 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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  • Denner Comfort Tenor Recorder in Rosewood Denner Comfort Tenor Recorder in Rosewood

    Reference: MOL-5430C

    Brand: Mollenhauer

    Denner Comfort Tenor Recorder in Rosewood


    • Rosewood tenor, baroque double holes, with four keys.
    • Denner - A wealth of sound from fine woods.
    $2,446.00
    $2,446.00
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    • Rosewood tenor, baroque double holes, with four keys.
    • Denner - A wealth of sound from fine woods.
  • Denner Sopranino in Grenadilla Denner Sopranino in Grenadilla

    Reference: 5024

    Brand: Mollenhauer

    Denner Sopranino Recorder in Grenadilla

    • Grenadilla Sopranino. Baroque Double Holes.
    •  Reliable, accurate playing even in the highest register - a versatile, clear and beautiful sounding instrument.
    $730.00
    $730.00
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    • Grenadilla Sopranino. Baroque Double Holes.
    •  Reliable, accurate playing even in the highest register - a versatile, clear and beautiful sounding instrument.
  • Kynseker Treble Recorder in Plumwood Kynseker Treble Recorder in Plumwood

    Reference: MOL-4218

    Brand: Mollenhauer

    Kynseker Treble Recorder in Plumwood

    • Plumwood Treble.
    • Versatile instruments after Hieronymus F. Kynseker, based on the original instruments kept at the Germanic National Museum in Nuremberg.
    • Our Kynseker ensemble instruments remain faithful to the most important characteristics of the originals: its outer form and its strong sound, so full of personality. 
    $1,325.00
    $1,325.00
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    • Plumwood Treble.
    • Versatile instruments after Hieronymus F. Kynseker, based on the original instruments kept at the Germanic National Museum in Nuremberg.
    • Our Kynseker ensemble instruments remain faithful to the most important characteristics of the originals: its outer form and its strong sound, so full of personality. 
  • Picco Fife in Pearwood Picco Fife in Pearwood

    Reference: MOL-8105

    Brand: Mollenhauer

    Picco Fife in Pearwood

    • Transverse Flute (fife) made from Pearwood in the key of C.
    • A soft and enchanting sound, easy to play.
    • The fingering system and basic tuning match that of the C soprano recorder.
    • An easy introduction to flute blowing technique.
    $226.00
    $226.00
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    • Transverse Flute (fife) made from Pearwood in the key of C.
    • A soft and enchanting sound, easy to play.
    • The fingering system and basic tuning match that of the C soprano recorder.
    • An easy introduction to flute blowing technique.
  • Marsyas Descant Recorder in Plum Wood Marsyas Descant Recorder in Plum Wood

    Reference: K4304

    Brand: Kung

    Marsyas Descant Recorder in Plum Wood

    • Made from selected Plum wood
    • Baroque double holes.
    • Supreme elegance in sound and design.
    • Flexibility and strength for solo and ensemble playing
    • The Plumwood Marsyas has a sweet and warm sound.
    $728.00
    $728.00
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    • Made from selected Plum wood
    • Baroque double holes.
    • Supreme elegance in sound and design.
    • Flexibility and strength for solo and ensemble playing
    • The Plumwood Marsyas has a sweet and warm sound.
  • Studio Sopranino Recorder in Pearwood Studio Sopranino Recorder in Pearwood

    Reference: K1201

    Brand: Kung

    Studio Sopranino Recorder in Pearwood

    • Made from selected Pearwood.
    • Baroque double holes.
    • Suitable for beginners as well as for ensemble playing.
    • The Kung Studio model recorders have a warm and pleasant sound.
    $240.18
    $240.18
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    • Made from selected Pearwood.
    • Baroque double holes.
    • Suitable for beginners as well as for ensemble playing.
    • The Kung Studio model recorders have a warm and pleasant sound.
  • Studio Treble Recorder Stained Pearwood Studio Treble Recorder Stained Pearwood

    Reference: K1411

    Brand: Kung

    Studio Treble Recorder Stained Pearwood

    • Made from selected Pearwood (stained a dark red).
    • Baroque double holes.
    • Suitable for beginners as well as for ensemble playing.
    • The Kung Studio model recorders have a warm and pleasant sound. 
    $443.40
    $443.40
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    • Made from selected Pearwood (stained a dark red).
    • Baroque double holes.
    • Suitable for beginners as well as for ensemble playing.
    • The Kung Studio model recorders have a warm and pleasant sound. 
  • Studio Descant Recorder in Maple Studio Descant Recorder in Maple

    Reference: K1302

    Brand: Kung

    Studio Descant Recorder in Maple

    • Made from selected Maple.
    • Baroque double 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.
    $154.09
    $154.09
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    • Made from selected Maple.
    • Baroque double 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.
  • Denner Comfort Tenor in Cherry Denner Comfort Tenor in Cherry

    Reference: MOL-5431C

    Brand: Mollenhauer

    Denner Comfort Tenor in Cherry

    Brilliant, expressive sound with a convincing charm.

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

    Undercut finger holes: discover the particularly stable sounds of these instruments.

    Visually impressive: finely crafted ornamental rings and a surface pleasingly finished with oil.

    $2,191.00
    $2,191.00
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    Brilliant, expressive sound with a convincing charm.

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

    Undercut finger holes: discover the particularly stable sounds of these instruments.

    Visually impressive: finely crafted ornamental rings and a surface pleasingly finished with oil.

  • Canta Comfort Tenor in Pearwood Canta Comfort Tenor in Pearwood

    Reference: MOL-2446C

    Brand: Mollenhauer

    Canta Comfort Tenor in Pearwood

    Pearwood Tenor, baroque double hole, with four keys Canta, the joy of ensemble playing Versatile, reliable recorder ensemble with an homogenous sound, made of pearwood Our Comfort Tenor makes playing easy: two additional keys reduce the stretch of the hand. G-key: The left ring finger no longer needs to be strained. F-key: The right index finger stretches less, making the entire hand relax

    $1,595.00
    $1,595.00
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    Pearwood Tenor, baroque double hole, with four keys Canta, the joy of ensemble playing Versatile, reliable recorder ensemble with an homogenous sound, made of pearwood Our Comfort Tenor makes playing easy: two additional keys reduce the stretch of the hand. G-key: The left ring finger no longer needs to be strained. F-key: The right index finger stretches less, making the entire hand relax

  • Music Garden Descant Recorder Music Garden Descant Recorder

    Reference: MRS-1B Classic

    Brand: Kulossa

    Music Garden Descant Recorder

    Designed by Doris Kulossa based on recorders by Stanesby.
    Very stable intonation regardless of breath pressure - especially useful in recorder ensembles
    Beautiful upper register that is easily accessed 
    Suitable for both beginners and professionals

    $59.95
    $59.95
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    Designed by Doris Kulossa based on recorders by Stanesby.
    Very stable intonation regardless of breath pressure - especially useful in recorder ensembles
    Beautiful upper register that is easily accessed 
    Suitable for both beginners and professionals

  • Denner Treble in Pearwood A-415 Denner Treble in Pearwood A-415

    Reference: MOL-DL-5206

    Brand: Mollenhauer

    Denner-Line Treble Recorder A-415 in Pearwood

    • Baroque pitch (A-415)
    • Denner pearwood treble at a price most serious players can afford.
    • A well balanced baroque timbre of distinctive beauty and stability. It offers players new musical expressiveness with perfect intonation.
    $826.00
    $826.00
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    • Baroque pitch (A-415)
    • Denner pearwood treble at a price most serious players can afford.
    • A well balanced baroque timbre of distinctive beauty and stability. It offers players new musical expressiveness with perfect intonation.
  • Denner Descant Recorder in Tulipwood Denner Descant Recorder in Tulipwood

    Reference: MOL-5125

    Brand: Mollenhauer

    Denner Descant Recorder in Tulipwood

    • Tulipwood 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. 
    $940.00
    $940.00
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    • Tulipwood 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. 
  • Superio Treble Recorder in Palisander Superio Treble Recorder in Palisander

    Reference: K2406

    Brand: Kung

    Superio Treble Recorder in Palisander

    • Made from selected Palisander.
    • Baroque double holes.
    • A strong sound for dynamic playing either in ensemble or solo.
    • Elegant Baroque styling.
    • The Palisander Superior has an earthy clear and powerful sound.
    $1,287.77
    $1,287.77
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    • Made from selected Palisander.
    • Baroque double holes.
    • A strong sound for dynamic playing either in ensemble or solo.
    • Elegant Baroque styling.
    • The Palisander Superior has an earthy clear and powerful sound.
  • Music Garden Descant Recorder Music Garden Descant Recorder

    Reference: MRA-1GB Grey

    Brand: Kulossa

    Music Garden Treble Recorder

    Designed by Doris Kulossa based on recorders by Stanesby.
    Very stable intonation regardless of breath pressure - especially useful in recorder ensembles
    Beautiful upper register that is easily accessed 
    Suitable for both beginners and professionals

    $92.95
    $92.95
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    Designed by Doris Kulossa based on recorders by Stanesby.
    Very stable intonation regardless of breath pressure - especially useful in recorder ensembles
    Beautiful upper register that is easily accessed 
    Suitable for both beginners and professionals

  • Studio Tenor Recorder in Cherry Studio Tenor Recorder in Cherry

    Reference: K1503

    Brand: Kung

    Studio Tenor Recorder in Cherry

    • Made from selected Cherry.
    • Baroque double holes.
    • Suitable for beginners as well as for ensemble playing.
    • Within the Studio range, the Cherry tenor has the most elegant sound.
    $1,043.00
    $1,043.00
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    • Made from selected Cherry.
    • Baroque double holes.
    • Suitable for beginners as well as for ensemble playing.
    • Within the Studio range, the Cherry tenor has the most elegant sound.
  • Denner Tenor Recorder in Pearwood Denner Tenor Recorder in Pearwood

    Reference: MOL-5406

    Brand: Mollenhauer

    Denner Tenor Recorder in Pearwood

    • Pearwood Tenor, 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.
    $933.00
    $933.00
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    • Pearwood Tenor, 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 Sopranino Recorder in Rosewood Denner Sopranino Recorder in Rosewood

    Reference: MOL-5020

    Brand: Mollenhauer

    Denner Sopranino Recorder in Rosewood

    • Made from selected Rosewood 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.
    $592.00
    $592.00
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    • Made from selected Rosewood 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.
  • Denner-Line Treble Recorder A-415 in Castello Boxwood Denner-Line Treble Recorder A-415 in Castello Boxwood

    Reference: MOL-DL-5222

    Brand: Mollenhauer

    Denner-Line Treble Recorder A-415 in Castello Boxwood

    • The alto recorder that introduces the world of low baroque  pitch (a 1  = 415 Hz) with high-precision series production.
    • Made from Castello Boxwood
    $1,192.00
    $1,192.00
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    • The alto recorder that introduces the world of low baroque  pitch (a 1  = 415 Hz) with high-precision series production.
    • Made from Castello Boxwood
  • Denner Tenor Recorder (with double-key) in Rosewood Denner Tenor Recorder (with double-key) in Rosewood

    Reference: MOL-5430

    Brand: Mollenhauer

    Denner Tenor Recorder (with double-key) in Rosewood

    • Rosewood Tenor, baroque double holes, with double key.
    • 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. 
    $1,831.00
    $1,831.00
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    • Rosewood Tenor, baroque double holes, with double key.
    • 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. 
  • Adri's Dream Descant Recorder in Blue Pearwood Adri's Dream Descant Recorder in Blue Pearwood

    Reference: MOL-4119B

    Brand: Mollenhauer

    Adri's Dream Descant Recorder in Blue Pearwood

    • Made from Pearwood, stained blue.
    • 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.
    $290.00
    $290.00
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    • Made from Pearwood, stained blue.
    • 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 Tenor Recorder in Pearwood Studio Tenor Recorder in Pearwood

    Reference: K1501

    Brand: Kung

    Studio Tenor Recorder in Pearwood

    • Made from selected Pearwood.
    • Baroque double holes.
    • Suitable for beginners as well as for ensemble playing.
    • The Kung Studio model recorders have a warm and pleasant sound.
    $696.24
    $696.24
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    • Made from selected Pearwood.
    • Baroque double holes.
    • Suitable for beginners as well as for ensemble playing.
    • The Kung Studio model recorders have a warm and pleasant sound.
  • Canta Tenor Recorder (with key) in Pearwood Canta Tenor Recorder (with key) in Pearwood

    Reference: MOL-2446

    Brand: Mollenhauer

    Canta Tenor Recorder (with key) in Pearwood

    • Pearwood Tenor, Baroque double holes, with double key.
    • Canta - the joy of ensemble playing. Versatile, reliable recorder ensemble with an homogenous sound, made of pearwood. 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.
    $1,025.00
    $1,025.00
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    • Pearwood Tenor, Baroque double holes, with double key.
    • Canta - the joy of ensemble playing. Versatile, reliable recorder ensemble with an homogenous sound, made of pearwood. 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.
  • Denner Sopranino Recorder in Castello Boxwood Denner Sopranino Recorder in Castello Boxwood

    Reference: MOL-5022

    Brand: Mollenhauer

    Denner Sopranino 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.
    $485.00
    $485.00
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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.