Collection: Waldorf Schools

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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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  • Haka Descant Recorder

    Reference: AU703B

    Vendor:
    Brand: Aulos

    Haka Descant Recorder

    • This high-quality soprano recorder has been created on the basis of the refined design of the great craftsman Richard Haka, who was responsible for creating a new age of recorder-making in the 17th century.
    • Curved windway.
    • Accurate intonation and rich, expressive ability are characteristic of this unique instrument.
    • Reddish-brown colour.
    Regular price
    $36.95
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    $36.95
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    • This high-quality soprano recorder has been created on the basis of the refined design of the great craftsman Richard Haka, who was responsible for creating a new age of recorder-making in the 17th century.
    • Curved windway.
    • Accurate intonation and rich, expressive ability are characteristic of this unique instrument.
    • Reddish-brown colour.
  • Symphony Tenor Recorder

    Reference: AU511B

    Vendor:
    Brand: Aulos

    Symphony Tenor Recorder

    • For ensemble and solo playing.
    • Strong, full sound throughout the register.
    • Excellent response.
    • Double keys for low C and C#.
    • Ivory-coloured mouthpiece, thumb bushing, ring, and foot.
    • Dark brown, three-piece, detachable thumb rest.
    Regular price
    $198.00
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    $198.00
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    • For ensemble and solo playing.
    • Strong, full sound throughout the register.
    • Excellent response.
    • Double keys for low C and C#.
    • Ivory-coloured mouthpiece, thumb bushing, ring, and foot.
    • Dark brown, three-piece, detachable thumb rest.
  • Symphony Descant Recorder

    Reference: AU503B

    Vendor:
    Brand: Aulos

    Symphony Descant Recorder

    • For solo playing and performance with other instruments in a "broken consort."
    • Curved windway.
    • Bright, rich tone quality.
    • Excellent carrying power and broad, dynamic range.
    • Baroque Fingering.
    • Dark brown with Ivory-coloured mouthpiece, ring, and foot.
    Regular price
    $45.95
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    $45.95
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    • For solo playing and performance with other instruments in a "broken consort."
    • Curved windway.
    • Bright, rich tone quality.
    • Excellent carrying power and broad, dynamic range.
    • Baroque Fingering.
    • Dark brown with Ivory-coloured mouthpiece, ring, and foot.
  • Descant Recorder - Dark Brown & Ivory

    Reference: YRS302B

    Vendor:
    Brand: Yamaha

    Descant Recorder - Dark Brown & Ivory

    The 300 Series with their arched

    windways provide excellent playability

    and feature a sound that is surprisingly

    close to that of wooden recorders.

    Their intonation is impeccable.

    Colour: Dark Brown & Ivory

    Regular price
    $74.95
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    $74.95
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    The 300 Series with their arched

    windways provide excellent playability

    and feature a sound that is surprisingly

    close to that of wooden recorders.

    Their intonation is impeccable.

    Colour: Dark Brown & Ivory

  • Canta Descant Recorder in Pearwood

    Reference: MOL-2106

    Vendor:
    Brand: Mollenhauer

    Canta Descant 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
    $172.00
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    $172.00
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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.
  • 'Fipple' Descant Recorder, Maple body/ Sea-Blue Plastic headjoint

    Reference: MOL-17413

    Vendor:
    Brand: Mollenhauer

    'Fipple' Descant Recorder, Maple body/ Sea-Blue Plastic headjoint

    • Sea-Blue Plastic head-joint, Maple body. 
    • Baroque double holes.
    • Warm sound from wooden body, maintenance free plastic head.
    • High quality materials and highest standard of craftsmanship.
    • Unbeatable beginners price.

     

    Regular price
    $76.00
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    $76.00
    Regular price
    $88.95
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    • Sea-Blue Plastic head-joint, Maple body. 
    • Baroque double holes.
    • Warm sound from wooden body, maintenance free plastic head.
    • High quality materials and highest standard of craftsmanship.
    • Unbeatable beginners price.

     

  • Student Descant Recorder in Pearwood

    Reference: MOL-1042

    Vendor:
    Brand: Mollenhauer

    Student Descant Recorder in Pearwood

    • Only the very best for the beginning!
    • Made from Pearwood with baroque double holes.
    • The delicate soft sound is never obtrusive and remains even throughout all registers.
    • Designed for in-tune ensemble playing â perfect for a whole class.

     

     

    Regular price
    $155.00
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    $155.00
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    • Only the very best for the beginning!
    • Made from Pearwood with baroque double holes.
    • The delicate soft sound is never obtrusive and remains even throughout all registers.
    • Designed for in-tune ensemble playing â perfect for a whole class.

     

     

  • Tenor Recorder

    Reference: YRT304B

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    Brand: Yamaha

    Tenor Recorder

    This new model tenor incorporates

    Yamaha's wooden design expertise with

    the convenience and durability of an ABS

    material. It offers a focused, mellow

    sound which is balanced in all registers.

    Regular price
    $220.00
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    $220.00
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    This new model tenor incorporates

    Yamaha's wooden design expertise with

    the convenience and durability of an ABS

    material. It offers a focused, mellow

    sound which is balanced in all registers.

  • Studio Descant Recorder in Pearwood

    Reference: K1301

    Vendor:
    Brand: Kung

    Studio Descant 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.
    Regular price
    $178.00
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    $178.00
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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.
  • Symphony Treble Recorder

    Reference: AU509B

    Vendor:
    Brand: Aulos

    Symphony Treble Recorder

    • For solo playing and performance with other instruments in a broken consort.
    • Bright, rich tone quality, excellent carrying power and broad, dynamic range.
    • Ivory-coloured mouthpiece, thumb bushing, ring, and foot.
    • Dark brown, three-piece.
    • Baroque (English) fingering.
    Regular price
    $82.95
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    $82.95
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    • For solo playing and performance with other instruments in a broken consort.
    • Bright, rich tone quality, excellent carrying power and broad, dynamic range.
    • Ivory-coloured mouthpiece, thumb bushing, ring, and foot.
    • Dark brown, three-piece.
    • Baroque (English) fingering.
  • Treble Recorder in Yellow/White - Yamaha

    Reference: YRA402B

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    Brand: Yamaha

    Treble Recorder in Yellow/White - Yamaha

    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. It is also an ideal choice as a practice instrument for players who own wood recorders.

    Regular price
    $94.95
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    $94.95
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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. It is also an ideal choice as a practice instrument for players who own wood recorders.

  • Treble Recorder in Dark Brown/Ivory - Yamaha

    Reference: YRA302B

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    Brand: Yamaha

    Treble Recorder in Dark Brown/Ivory - Yamaha

    This treble/alto recorder is modelled on the famous Rottenburgh recorders.

    Regular price
    $94.95
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    $94.95
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    This treble/alto recorder is modelled on the famous Rottenburgh recorders.