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At Orpheus Music, we have many years of experience in recorders for Waldorf schools. There are many things to consider when deciding on recorders for Steiner education such as:
What are other schools using? - - Deciding between wooden vs plastic recorders? - - The pros and cons of pentatonic vs diatonic recorders? - - What is the most affordable option for parents?
This is why we created the in-depth guide - Choosing a Recorder for Steiner Education.
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At Orpheus Music, we can provide you with expert advice on choosing recorders for your school, because we have many years of direct experience to draw upon. This wealth of experience means that if you have any questions, feel free to get in touch, knowing that you will be given considered, expert advice on choosing the best recorders for your school.
Zana Clarke, our Director is a central figure in the recorder world, working as performer, teacher, composer, publisher and Arts Administrator. She has been head of music at Sophia Mundi Steiner school and at the Armidale Waldorf School, has been the music/recorder teacher for Sydney Rudolf Steiner College’s external courses for many years and is currently Education Director at the Armidale Waldorf School.
Peter Biffin is an instrument maker and musician who has made instruments for some of the worlds outstanding musicians in several different fields. He was a founding member of the Armidale Waldorf School, and has made many instruments for Steiner schools, including specialised instruments for Mood of the Fifth. Peter has also made several thousand pentatonic recorders for Steiner schools in Australia and New Zealand.
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Descant Recorder - Yellow & White
Reference: YRS402B
Vendor:Brand: YamahaDescant 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.
- Regular price
- $74.95
- Sale price
- $74.95
- Regular price
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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.
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Treble Recorder in Brown Wood Grain/Ivory - Yamaha
Reference: YRA312B
Vendor:Brand: YamahaTreble Recorder in Brown Wood Grain/Ivory - Yamaha
Rich rosewood-like finish
model of the YRA-302B.
- Regular price
- $94.95
- Sale price
- $94.95
- Regular price
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Rich rosewood-like finish
model of the YRA-302B.
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Canta Treble Recorder in Pearwood
Reference: MOL-2206
Vendor:Brand: MollenhauerCanta 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.
- Regular price
- $440.00
- Sale price
- $440.00
- Regular price
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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.
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Descant recorder - Dark Wood-Grain & Ivory
Reference: YRS312B
Vendor:Brand: YamahaDescant recorder - Dark Wood-Grain & Ivory
This is a version of the
YRS-302B with
a finish resembling that of high
grade rosewood recorders.
- Regular price
- $74.95
- Sale price
- $74.95
- Regular price
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This is a version of the
YRS-302B with
a finish resembling that of high
grade rosewood recorders.
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Dawn and Dusk Book 1
Reference: OMP012
Vendor:Brand: Orpheus MusicDawn and Dusk Book 1
Composer: Clarke - Zana
Instrumentation: Descant - Treble
Period/genre: Australian Contemporary
Grade: Moderate
- Regular price
- $22.00
- Sale price
- $22.00
- Regular price
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Composer: Clarke - Zana
Instrumentation: Descant - Treble
Period/genre: Australian Contemporary
Grade: Moderate
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Treble Recorder in Light Brown Wood Grain/Ivory - Yamaha
Reference: YRA314B
Vendor:Brand: YamahaTreble Recorder in Light Brown Wood Grain/Ivory - Yamaha
A version of the YRA-302B
which offers a noble Makassar
ebony style coating.
- Regular price
- $94.95
- Sale price
- $94.95
- Regular price
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A version of the YRA-302B
which offers a noble Makassar
ebony style coating.
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Bass Recorder
Reference: YRB302B
Vendor:Brand: YamahaBass 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
- Regular price
- $699.00
- Sale price
- $699.00
- Regular price
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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
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Dawn and Dusk Book 2
Reference: OMP007
Vendor:Brand: Orpheus MusicDawn and Dusk Book 2
Composer: Clarke - Zana
Instrumentation: Descant/Treble
Period/genre: Australian Contemporary
Grade: Moderate - Difficult
- Regular price
- $22.00
- Sale price
- $22.00
- Regular price
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Composer: Clarke - Zana
Instrumentation: Descant/Treble
Period/genre: Australian Contemporary
Grade: Moderate - Difficult
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Musicke From Olde England: a collection of ballads and dance tunes
Reference: SP2316
Vendor:Brand: Sweet PipesMusicke From Olde England: a collection of ballads and dance tunes
Composer: Traditional
Arranger: Gerald Burakoff & Willy Strickl
Instrumentation: Descant - Treble + optional Tenor
Period/genre: Folk/Trad
Grade: Easy - Moderate
- Regular price
- $14.95
- Sale price
- $14.95
- Regular price
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Composer: Traditional
Arranger: Gerald Burakoff & Willy Strickl
Instrumentation: Descant - Treble + optional Tenor
Period/genre: Folk/Trad
Grade: Easy - Moderate
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Play On by Judith Clingan
Reference: JC01
Vendor:Brand: Orpheus Music DevPlay On by Judith Clingan
Instrumentation: Descant/Treble Tutor
- Regular price
- $99.00
- Sale price
- $99.00
- Regular price
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Instrumentation: Descant/Treble Tutor
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Baroque Time
Reference: SP2334
Vendor:Brand: Sweet PipesBaroque Time
Composer: Various
Arranger: Gerald Burakoff & Willy Strickl
Instrumentation: 2 Descants (or Descant - Treble)
Period/genre: Baroque
Grade: Easy - Moderate
- Regular price
- $14.65
- Sale price
- $14.65
- Regular price
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Composer: Various
Arranger: Gerald Burakoff & Willy Strickl
Instrumentation: 2 Descants (or Descant - Treble)
Period/genre: Baroque
Grade: Easy - Moderate
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Symphony Bass Recorder Bent-Neck
Reference: AU521
Vendor:Brand: AulosSymphony Bass Recorder Bent-Neck
- Knick Style for Ensemble Playing.
- Comfortable Finger Stretch.
- Lightweight.
- Double Keys for F and F#.
- Direct Blow Ivory Coloured Mouthpiece.
- Dark Brown.
- Regular price
- $687.00
- Sale price
- $687.00
- Regular price
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- Knick Style for Ensemble Playing.
- Comfortable Finger Stretch.
- Lightweight.
- Double Keys for F and F#.
- Direct Blow Ivory Coloured Mouthpiece.
- Dark Brown.