Spring Semester 2009

January 19 – May 10, 2009

Tuition is due at registration

Scholarships are not available

Program Information

The Indiana University Jacobs School of Music pre-college Recorder Program offers students 5 - 18 years old the opportunity to study recorder through individual lessons and group interaction with classically trained musicians.

The Recorder Program is designed to establish a strong musical and technical foundation for playing. The teaching method is friendly and effective, with students playing after the first lesson.

Students will master the fundamentals that allow them skills to perform several kinds of music, join a variety of ensembles or even pursue studies at the collegiate level.

Beginning students will acquire basic techniques using familiar tunes that correspond to their age. Intermediate level students will establish a repertoire of music by masters of the Renaissance, the Baroque and the 20^th century as well as explore music from different parts of the world and popular tunes.

Lesson Information

Ages 5-8:
    - Two 30-minute private weekly lessons
   - One 45-minute private weekly lesson                                                                     

Ages 9-15:

- One 45-minute weekly lesson
- One 45-minute private weekly lesson and one 30-minute weekly group lesson
- One 60-minute private weekly lesson
- One 60-minute private weekly lesson and one 30-minute weekly group lesson

At the end of each semester the students will demonstrate their accomplishments by performing in one of the concert halls at the Jacobs School of Music.

About the Recorder

The recorder is perhaps best known today for its role in music education, yet it has its own distinguished repertoire. 

A member of the flute family, the recorder became an important instrument during the Renaissance. King Henry VIII, the most famous amateur player of the 16^th century, owned almost 80 recorders.

The virtuoso recorder repertoire of the Baroque includes beautiful works by the major composers of the era: J.S.Bach, Handel, Purcell, Telemann, and Vivaldi. 

In the 20^th century the recorder experienced a revival and a wealth of works were written for both professionals and amateurs. Composers such as Paul Hindemith and Benjamin Britten played their recorder music themselves!

There is $35.00 processing fee on all tuition refunds.
The check you submit with your registration will be processed electronically and appear on your checking account statement. 

Contact: Eva Legêne, Director
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Phone: 855-9411