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, which is why we created an in depth guide -  Choosing a Recorder for Steiner Education by Zana Clarke and Peter Biffin. It will help you to answer some questions you might have, 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?

Steiner music specialists

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. 

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. 

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.