Play with Us!
Choose between two Ensembles
Currently suspended
Our ensembles are congenial affairs, with emphasis on music
that is at the skill level of the players....with an opportunity to develop a bit of skill...as you wish.
No charge. We tend to meet every two weeks. This replaced Play-ins 2018-2019
Easy Playing Ensemble
> to play easy music
> to reacquaint players with the instrument or even to learn it. > > > scroll down for details as it was before
> to play easy music
> to reacquaint players with the instrument or even to learn it. > > > scroll down for details as it was before
Recorder Ensemble
> to explore recorder consort music
> for the sake of enjoyment and congeniality.
> scroll down for details as it was before
> to explore recorder consort music
> for the sake of enjoyment and congeniality.
> scroll down for details as it was before
Performance: When opportunities come our way, players are invited to prepare some pieces for the event. Past events are: Gala Concerts (usually in the spring) and Christmas performances, most recently at seniors' centres.
You may also choose to perform at a concert as a soloist, duet or small consort without being a member of an ensemble.
An ERS Ensemble is often organized in January for the purpose of performing at the spring Gala Concert.
You may also choose to perform at a concert as a soloist, duet or small consort without being a member of an ensemble.
An ERS Ensemble is often organized in January for the purpose of performing at the spring Gala Concert.
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Easy Recorder Ensemble Playing
Music: modern styles as well as classic pieces from the golden age of
recorders (Renaissance and Baroque) (the golden age of recorders)
potential composers: Josquin, Byrd, Gibbons, Praetorius)
Playing level: easy
Recorders: soprano, alto, tenor, bass; some recorders are available for loan
from the ERS over the short-term.
What: ensemble playing, pointers on recorder technique, quality of sound,
extending range of notes, explore a new Soprano, Alto, Tenor or Bass
instrument; no commitment to performing
Leader: Lori Klingbeil
When: Thursdays, every other Thursday 7:30 - 9:00 p.m.
Where: Lori's House
Registration/Cost: no charge, music supplied, ERS membership encouraged.
Please take your own music stand, along with your recorder(s).
Contact: [email protected]
recorders (Renaissance and Baroque) (the golden age of recorders)
potential composers: Josquin, Byrd, Gibbons, Praetorius)
Playing level: easy
Recorders: soprano, alto, tenor, bass; some recorders are available for loan
from the ERS over the short-term.
What: ensemble playing, pointers on recorder technique, quality of sound,
extending range of notes, explore a new Soprano, Alto, Tenor or Bass
instrument; no commitment to performing
Leader: Lori Klingbeil
When: Thursdays, every other Thursday 7:30 - 9:00 p.m.
Where: Lori's House
Registration/Cost: no charge, music supplied, ERS membership encouraged.
Please take your own music stand, along with your recorder(s).
Contact: [email protected]
Edmonton Recorder Society Ensemble
Music: all styles and eras
Playing level: easy/medium
Recorders: soprano, alto, tenor, bass
What: ensemble playing, develop pieces (not all sight reading), occasional
pointers on style and recorder technique if players find this useful,
no commitment to performing
Leader: Vince Kelly
When: Thursdays, 7:30 - 9:30 pm every other Thursday
2020 Start: Jan 16, 30 Feb 13, 27 Mar 12
Where: Vince's House --
Please call - each time - in advance so Vince can plan appropriate music
Registration/Cost: no charge, music supplied, ERS membership encouraged. Please take your own music stand, along with your recorder(s).
Your invitation in Vince's words:
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. Cheers, Vince
Playing level: easy/medium
Recorders: soprano, alto, tenor, bass
What: ensemble playing, develop pieces (not all sight reading), occasional
pointers on style and recorder technique if players find this useful,
no commitment to performing
Leader: Vince Kelly
When: Thursdays, 7:30 - 9:30 pm every other Thursday
2020 Start: Jan 16, 30 Feb 13, 27 Mar 12
Where: Vince's House --
Please call - each time - in advance so Vince can plan appropriate music
Registration/Cost: no charge, music supplied, ERS membership encouraged. Please take your own music stand, along with your recorder(s).
Your invitation in Vince's words:
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. Cheers, Vince
About Vince:
When he says he is "keen to explore" what lurks in his basement, we know that includes sharing all of that with us, too.
Vince's enthusiasm for the recorder is wide ranging. Primarily, our society knows him as a strong volunteer who encourages our musical development through ensembles, reading/playing sessions and performance. Behind his gentle manner in conducting any sessions, is a recorder player with a professional level education. He holds a performance diploma from the Royal School of Music in London, England - having studied under a prominent solo recorder artist. In Edmonton, he has guided another player to her ARCT recorder certification, too.
We have been the beneficiaries of his arrangements. Notably, he goes back to facsimiles of original scores from Medieval, Renaissance and Baroque masters, and makes them accessible to our 21st century expectations. Modern music catches his eyes and ears, too; he has arranged modern music for us, such as "I'll Take the A Train" and "The Theme from Star Wars".
Vince composes his own music - for his level of performance, especially when it's accompanied by guitar, but also for our ensembles in SATB - or with sopranino and/or with great bass and/or violin and/or ....whatever fits! Sometimes what fits comes from his collection of assorted early music instruments - harpsichord, crumhorns, and viola de gambas.
When he says he is "keen to explore" what lurks in his basement, we know that includes sharing all of that with us, too.
Vince's enthusiasm for the recorder is wide ranging. Primarily, our society knows him as a strong volunteer who encourages our musical development through ensembles, reading/playing sessions and performance. Behind his gentle manner in conducting any sessions, is a recorder player with a professional level education. He holds a performance diploma from the Royal School of Music in London, England - having studied under a prominent solo recorder artist. In Edmonton, he has guided another player to her ARCT recorder certification, too.
We have been the beneficiaries of his arrangements. Notably, he goes back to facsimiles of original scores from Medieval, Renaissance and Baroque masters, and makes them accessible to our 21st century expectations. Modern music catches his eyes and ears, too; he has arranged modern music for us, such as "I'll Take the A Train" and "The Theme from Star Wars".
Vince composes his own music - for his level of performance, especially when it's accompanied by guitar, but also for our ensembles in SATB - or with sopranino and/or with great bass and/or violin and/or ....whatever fits! Sometimes what fits comes from his collection of assorted early music instruments - harpsichord, crumhorns, and viola de gambas.
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2019 Summer: Learn the Recorder for Adult Beginners
The repertoire will include modern styles as well as pulling from the vast and wondrous supply of renaissance and baroque music (such as Josquin, Byrd, Gibbons, Praetorius)
Players may bring their own instrument(s), though some are available for loan
from the ERS over the short-term.
The repertoire will include modern styles as well as pulling from the vast and wondrous supply of renaissance and baroque music (such as Josquin, Byrd, Gibbons, Praetorius)
Players may bring their own instrument(s), though some are available for loan
from the ERS over the short-term.
Summer: Learn the Recorder for Experienced Musicians
If you have a music background and are interested in learning the recorder, one of the best ways to do so is through ensemble-playing.
If you have a music background and are interested in learning the recorder, one of the best ways to do so is through ensemble-playing.
The Edmonton Recorder Society (ERS) is organizing recorder ensembles
for experienced musicians who are new to the recorder.
for experienced musicians who are new to the recorder.
- Ensembles of 4 to 8 players, starting in June and continuing in September.
- Beginner to intermediate recorder-playing level.
- Ensembles will include all recorders (Soprano, Alto, Tenor, Bass)
- Led by experienced recorder players from the Edmonton Recorder Society.
- Repertoire includes modern styles as well as pulling from the vast and wondrous supply of renaissance and baroque music (such as Josquin, Byrd, Gibbons, Praetorius)
- As skill level develops, learn to switch between recorders.
- Players should bring their own instrument(s), though some are available for loan from the ERS over the short-term.
Contact Lori Klingbeil
Play-In Schedule 2017-18
7 - 9 pm on Fridays
Venue TBA, unless stated
October 13 - led by Vince, at his house. AGM is first.
November 17 - led by Lori, at her house
December - none
January 19
February - none - we expect to schedule a workshop in February or early March
March 23
April - none - the Gala will be in April again
May 18 - at Lori's....some non-Gala performances and Play-in
June - none
About Play-Ins
We get together simply to play -- trying some new and old repertoire, playing tried and true early music, testing modern pieces or exploring multi-part music. There's no pressure to make it perfect; we experiment with musical elements - or simply celebrate managing a tricky passage! Each month's play-in is led by a different volunteer who chooses a variety of music with varied playing difficulty.
Non-members, as well as members, are welcome.
The program is simply drop-in.
No charge; no advance registration.
Music is supplied.
Support is available to anyone who is new or becoming reacquainted with their recorder(s).
Do bring your recorders and a music stand.
Reading Session Early Music Festival
May 5, Saturday 9:30 a.m. 2018
First Presbyterian Church, downtown Edmonton, 10025 105 St NW,
This date is in lieu of an ERS event - a chance to play with other Renaissance period instruments -- organized by Early Music Alberta in conjunction with their annual Early Music Festival (May 4,5,6, 2018)
http://www.earlymusicalberta.com/2017-2018/
Play-in
May 6, Saturday 9:30 - 11 a.m. 2017
First Presbyterian Church, downtown Edmonton, 10025 105 St NW
Leader: Bill Damur
Opera music
This date is in lieu of an ERS event - a chance to play with other Renaissance period instruments -- organized by Early Music Alberta in conjunction with their annual Early Music Festival (May 5,6,7, 2017)
http://www.earlymusicalberta.com/2015-2016-2/
May 5, Saturday 9:30 a.m. 2018
First Presbyterian Church, downtown Edmonton, 10025 105 St NW,
This date is in lieu of an ERS event - a chance to play with other Renaissance period instruments -- organized by Early Music Alberta in conjunction with their annual Early Music Festival (May 4,5,6, 2018)
http://www.earlymusicalberta.com/2017-2018/
Play-in
May 6, Saturday 9:30 - 11 a.m. 2017
First Presbyterian Church, downtown Edmonton, 10025 105 St NW
Leader: Bill Damur
Opera music
This date is in lieu of an ERS event - a chance to play with other Renaissance period instruments -- organized by Early Music Alberta in conjunction with their annual Early Music Festival (May 5,6,7, 2017)
http://www.earlymusicalberta.com/2015-2016-2/
Sylvia Hinz
International Recorder Virtuoso
...provided music and leadership at our March 17 Play-in --turned workshop!
Ms. Hinz was in Edmonton to play at the "Now Hear This Festival of New Music" and we were privileged to collaborate with New Music Edmonton in order to have this special workshop. We stretched our ears!
Read about Sylvia here and here .Recital Information
Ms. Hinz was in Edmonton to play at the "Now Hear This Festival of New Music" and we were privileged to collaborate with New Music Edmonton in order to have this special workshop. We stretched our ears!
Read about Sylvia here and here .Recital Information
Monthly Play-in Sessions
Play -ins: Join us to play in harmony & good humour! Volunteer conductors choose music appropriate for players with varying levels of skill. For members & non-menbers; no charge. Please take take a music stand as well as your recorder(s).
2016 - 2017 Schedule
7 - 9 pm on Fridays
October 21 - combined with our Annual General Meeting
November 18
December - n/a
January 20 - led by Vivien
February 17 - led by Lori Klingbeil
March 17 - led by Sylvia Hinz
April - n/a due to our Annual Gala Concert (April 22, 2017)
May 6, Saturday 9:30 a.m.
First Presbyterian Church, downtown Edmonton, 10025 105 St NW,
This date is in lieu of an ERS event - a chance to play with other Renaissance period instruments -- organized by Early Music Alberta in conjunction with their annual Early Music Festival (May 5,6,7, 2017)
http://www.earlymusicalberta.com/2015-2016-2/
June - n/a
7 - 9 pm on Fridays
October 21 - combined with our Annual General Meeting
November 18
December - n/a
January 20 - led by Vivien
February 17 - led by Lori Klingbeil
March 17 - led by Sylvia Hinz
April - n/a due to our Annual Gala Concert (April 22, 2017)
May 6, Saturday 9:30 a.m.
First Presbyterian Church, downtown Edmonton, 10025 105 St NW,
This date is in lieu of an ERS event - a chance to play with other Renaissance period instruments -- organized by Early Music Alberta in conjunction with their annual Early Music Festival (May 5,6,7, 2017)
http://www.earlymusicalberta.com/2015-2016-2/
June - n/a
2015 - 2016 Schedule
7 - 9 pm on Fridays
October 16 led by Vivien, includes the AGM
November no play-in due to Bill Damur's Workshop Details: Workshops
December 4 led by Jan - modern music
January 15
February 19
March 18
April - no play-in due to the Gala Concert details to be announced
May - in lieu of an ERS event, check out the Play-in session at the Early Music Festival
and play with other Renaissance period instruments! See below
June 17 - led by Vince Kelly
7 - 9 pm on Fridays
October 16 led by Vivien, includes the AGM
November no play-in due to Bill Damur's Workshop Details: Workshops
December 4 led by Jan - modern music
January 15
February 19
March 18
April - no play-in due to the Gala Concert details to be announced
May - in lieu of an ERS event, check out the Play-in session at the Early Music Festival
and play with other Renaissance period instruments! See below
June 17 - led by Vince Kelly
2014-2015 Full Schedule
7 - 9 pm on Fridays
October 3
November 7 led by Jan P. featuring jazz and klezmer music
December 5 led by Linda Jacklin
Twelve players revelled in 7 & 8 part music, including some double choir pieces.
Many thanks to everyone who attended so we could experience such lush
harmonies.
January 16 led by David Brown, who provided terrific scores for guitar and recorder!
February 13 led by Janet Couch, who brought early music and challenged us with
white note counting!
March 13 more modern music from Jan
April - no play-in due to the Gala Concert on April 11
May 8 - led by Linda, who brought her favourites
June 12 - led by Vince Kelly, who, given his knowledge of historical styles, enlivened our
pieces by showing us how to express the scores musically. Such was understood by players of the time, but was not passed down in written form with any notation.
Play-In Leadership - if you are up for leading, please contact us.
You do not have to be an experienced conductor to lead our relaxed, collegial and enthusiastic monthly group of recorder players. Some choose to lead their session from within the ensemble rather than conduct it. Others choose to share leadership of a session with another person. Please contact us if you are interesting in volunteering or have any questions about our play-ins.
7 - 9 pm on Fridays
October 3
November 7 led by Jan P. featuring jazz and klezmer music
December 5 led by Linda Jacklin
Twelve players revelled in 7 & 8 part music, including some double choir pieces.
Many thanks to everyone who attended so we could experience such lush
harmonies.
January 16 led by David Brown, who provided terrific scores for guitar and recorder!
February 13 led by Janet Couch, who brought early music and challenged us with
white note counting!
March 13 more modern music from Jan
April - no play-in due to the Gala Concert on April 11
May 8 - led by Linda, who brought her favourites
June 12 - led by Vince Kelly, who, given his knowledge of historical styles, enlivened our
pieces by showing us how to express the scores musically. Such was understood by players of the time, but was not passed down in written form with any notation.
Play-In Leadership - if you are up for leading, please contact us.
You do not have to be an experienced conductor to lead our relaxed, collegial and enthusiastic monthly group of recorder players. Some choose to lead their session from within the ensemble rather than conduct it. Others choose to share leadership of a session with another person. Please contact us if you are interesting in volunteering or have any questions about our play-ins.