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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: AulosHaka 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
- Sale price
- $36.95
- Regular price
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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.
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Symphony Tenor Recorder
Reference: AU511B
Vendor:Brand: AulosSymphony 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
- Sale price
- $198.00
- Regular price
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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.
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Symphony Descant Recorder
Reference: AU503B
Vendor:Brand: AulosSymphony 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
- Sale price
- $45.95
- Regular price
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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.
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Descant Recorder - Dark Brown & Ivory
Reference: YRS302B
Vendor:Brand: YamahaDescant 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
- Sale price
- $74.95
- Regular price
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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
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Canta Descant Recorder in Pearwood
Reference: MOL-2106
Vendor:Brand: MollenhauerCanta 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
- Sale price
- $172.00
- 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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'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
- Sale price
- $76.00
- Regular price
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$88.95
- 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.
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Student Descant Recorder in Pearwood
Reference: MOL-1042
Vendor:Brand: MollenhauerStudent 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
- Sale price
- $155.00
- Regular price
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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.
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Tenor Recorder
Reference: YRT304B
Vendor:Brand: YamahaTenor 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
- Sale price
- $220.00
- Regular price
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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.
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Studio Descant Recorder in Pearwood
Reference: K1301
Vendor:Brand: KungStudio 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
- Sale price
- $178.00
- Regular price
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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.
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Symphony Treble Recorder
Reference: AU509B
Vendor:Brand: AulosSymphony 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
- Sale price
- $82.95
- Regular price
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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.
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Treble Recorder in Yellow/White - Yamaha
Reference: YRA402B
Vendor:Brand: YamahaTreble 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
- Sale price
- $94.95
- 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. It is also an ideal choice as a practice instrument for players who own wood recorders.
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Treble Recorder in Dark Brown/Ivory - Yamaha
Reference: YRA302B
Vendor:Brand: YamahaTreble Recorder in Dark Brown/Ivory - Yamaha
This treble/alto recorder is modelled on the famous Rottenburgh recorders.
- Regular price
- $94.95
- Sale price
- $94.95
- Regular price
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This treble/alto recorder is modelled on the famous Rottenburgh recorders.