Welcome to the Edmonton Recorder Society
The Edmonton Recorder Society is a volunteer-run organization of amateur musicians who love to play the recorder. About us Membership is open to anyone.
We gratefully acknowledge funding
assistance from the Province of Alberta
Announcing...
Recorders in Concert
July 2, 2019 7 p.m.
Laurier Heights Baptist Church
Just in case you thought there would be no live baroque music available in Edmonton until the fall,
this is a group of former postgraduate students
in early music from McGill.
They are driving! across the prairies with their harpsichord to do a tour. Come out
and hear their excellent playing!
Although the poster doesn't specify,
recorders are included.
Admission: $10 general/ $5 student
Ensemble Playing
July-August: ERS Ensemble - continues every second Thursday 7:30 p.m. (contact Vince)
July-August: Recorder for Beginner Adults - this group will be for new players and those with a very basic recorder background - if interested, contact loriklingbeil@gmail.com
(contingent on enrollment)
Recorders in Concert
Tuesday, July 2
Alla Frances Quators concert
7 p.m. Laurier Heights Baptist Church. See below.
August 11-19: Elyse Girard (Montreal recorder specialist) & Dorothy Beyer will be doing a recorder concert - specifics to follow; watch for a possible workshop/masterclass with Elyse
September 7, Saturday: Summer's End Recorder Party at Margriet's house - a fun evening of playing & socializing (and of course, snacks) - more info to follow!
Workshops and Retreat
August 11-19: watch for a possible workshop/masterclass with Elyse Girard (Montreal recorder specialist). She & Dorothy Beyer will be doing a recorder concert - specifics to follow.
August 15-23: Suzuki Recorder sessions offered by Kathleen Schoen’s Borealis Suzuki Winds Institute
September 20-22, weekend: Nordegg Recorder Retreat
October 26, Saturday: Recorder Workshop with Natalie Boisvert & Dorothy Beyer; 3 p.m.
July-August: ERS Ensemble - continues every second Thursday 7:30 p.m. (contact Vince)
July-August: Recorder for Beginner Adults - this group will be for new players and those with a very basic recorder background - if interested, contact loriklingbeil@gmail.com
(contingent on enrollment)
Recorders in Concert
Tuesday, July 2
Alla Frances Quators concert
7 p.m. Laurier Heights Baptist Church. See below.
August 11-19: Elyse Girard (Montreal recorder specialist) & Dorothy Beyer will be doing a recorder concert - specifics to follow; watch for a possible workshop/masterclass with Elyse
September 7, Saturday: Summer's End Recorder Party at Margriet's house - a fun evening of playing & socializing (and of course, snacks) - more info to follow!
Workshops and Retreat
August 11-19: watch for a possible workshop/masterclass with Elyse Girard (Montreal recorder specialist). She & Dorothy Beyer will be doing a recorder concert - specifics to follow.
August 15-23: Suzuki Recorder sessions offered by Kathleen Schoen’s Borealis Suzuki Winds Institute
September 20-22, weekend: Nordegg Recorder Retreat
October 26, Saturday: Recorder Workshop with Natalie Boisvert & Dorothy Beyer; 3 p.m.
Gala Recorder Concert...
...a resounding success!
The ERS Gala was great fun this year thanks to the contributions of so many people - the players, the organizers (Anne, Donna Mae, Vivien, Margriet), and all those who brought so many delicious treats (especially the home-baked ones)!!
A wonderfully eclectic programme by a wonderfully eclectic troupe of players made for an inspiring, educational, uplifting afternoon. I received many comments from the audience that they loved the event and had no idea the recorder was such a versatile and lovely instrument!
Thanks to everyone who practiced hard to prepare music for this event, to Dorothy for encouraging her students to participate (such a pleasure to have children involved!), and to Vince for leading the ERS Ensemble!
Lori Klingbeil, ERS President
June 4, 2019
...a resounding success!
The ERS Gala was great fun this year thanks to the contributions of so many people - the players, the organizers (Anne, Donna Mae, Vivien, Margriet), and all those who brought so many delicious treats (especially the home-baked ones)!!
A wonderfully eclectic programme by a wonderfully eclectic troupe of players made for an inspiring, educational, uplifting afternoon. I received many comments from the audience that they loved the event and had no idea the recorder was such a versatile and lovely instrument!
Thanks to everyone who practiced hard to prepare music for this event, to Dorothy for encouraging her students to participate (such a pleasure to have children involved!), and to Vince for leading the ERS Ensemble!
Lori Klingbeil, ERS President
June 4, 2019
Borealis Suzuki Winds Institute 2019
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For Teachers & Ensemble Leaders:
Introduction to Suzuki Recorder Tired of squeaky out of tune beginner groups? This class is for you! Open to school teachers and ensemble leaders, as well as players who are interested in improving their basic skills. Fri Aug 16 - Sun Aug 18 For Teachers & Parents: Every Child Can! This class is a one day introduction to the basic principles of the Suzuki approach to teaching and learning. • Thurs Aug 15 For Teachers: Creative Ability Development (CAD) Use musical improvisation as a tool to develop creativity using Alice Kanack’s innovative methods. Mon-Fri Aug 19-23 |
Recorder Ensemble
Come join us in exploring recorder
consort music for the sake of enjoyment and congeniality.
New members welcome
-- meeting at Vince's house, continues during the summer
--every 2nd Thursday always 7:30 to 9:30
consort music for the sake of enjoyment and congeniality.
New members welcome
-- meeting at Vince's house, continues during the summer
--every 2nd Thursday always 7:30 to 9:30
June 12, 26 July 10, 24 Aug 7, 21 Sept 4
Please phone Vince each time you plan to attend so he can prepare accordingly.
From Vince: As you may know, my basement holds a large collection of recorder music of all styles and eras which I’m keen to explore – I don’t think even I know quite what’s lurking in the depths of some of my filing cabinets….. Playing level will be easy/medium (there could be occasional pointers on style and recorder technique if people find this useful) and there would be no commitment to performing, though there could be opportunities if everyone is keen. The intention is to enjoy exploring music, bring some pieces to a befitting level of playing, and have fun. About Vince
Mark your calendars!
Nordegg Retreat, Fall 2019
Friday to Sunday, September 20-22
Friday to Sunday, September 20-22
Our popular retreat continues to provide a rewarding, inspiring and fun experience,
both musically and socially for all players. Join us for our annual retreat in the
spectacular Rocky Mountain foothills. Players at all levels are welcome.
both musically and socially for all players. Join us for our annual retreat in the
spectacular Rocky Mountain foothills. Players at all levels are welcome.
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Kudos: "Thanks also to members of the Edmonton Recorder Society for being the first group of people to play through the score and show me how awesome and fun it would be to perform this piece live." Quote from Racheal Cogan, composer and workshop leader (March 2015) To read more and hear the piece: Music for a Cavern
Website updated June 18, 2019
