The American Recorder Society is offering "Second Level" classes via Zoom on a variety of topics. Classes are designed for students who are relatively new to recorder, but are familiar with most fingerings on their instrument and can read music.
. If you have taken one of our "FREE Online Classes for Beginners," this may be your next step!
These classes are limited in size to allow for interaction between the teacher and students.
Some classes offer instruction on soprano (or tenor) recorders, and others on alto recorder. Check the class description to see which recorder you will need and whether you will need to purchase a method book or whether materials will be provided by the teacher. If the teacher is supplying instructional materials you'll receive a download link for these materials a few days before class. Each class is about 45 minutes in length, including a period for questions and answers.
Teachers will typically offer suggestions for materials you can use for further study on your own, or you may choose to arrange for individual lessons with your teacher, or any of our many
teaching professionals who offer online instruction.Next Upcoming Classes:
Second Level Alto with Dan Meyers
Continue your alto recorder study with this Second Level course from the American Recorder Society. This course is a continuation of the beginners' course offered in March. We'll build on the skills we discussed in the first class, and discuss ways to make your airstream more reliable and your sound more beautiful and consistent across the range of the instrument. We'll also look at how to combine a variety of articulations to create musical phrases, and learn some exercises to increase your finger coordination and speed, all while exploring some great repertoire!
Attendees are expected to be able to play low F to high C (an octave and a 5th) including Bb, B natural, and F#, and read those notes and general rhythmic patterns, down to the level of the 8th note, on the music staff. All music will be provided. You don't need to be confident, just familiar with the notes and fingerings; we'll work on increasing your comfort level over the course of the classes.
Course Dates:Tuesday, April 21st at 6PM ET (5PM CT, 4PM MT, 3PM PT)
Tuesday, April 22nd at 6PM ET (5PM CT, 4PM MT, 3PM PT)
Tuesday, April 28th at 6PM ET (5PM CT, 4PM MT, 3PM PT)
Wednesday, April 29th at 6PM ET (5PM CT, 4PM MT, 3PM PT)
Register
HERE!
Second Level Soprano/Tenor with Teresa DeskurReady to take your recorder playing to the next level? Join recorder player and teacher Teresa Deskur to find out what happens
after "B-A-G"! We'll build on skills from the Beginner Level course, explore the high and low registers, enjoy ensemble music, and further develop your technique. Players should feel comfortable with low C up to 4th line D, and be able to read these notes on the staff. We will use a combination of provided music and Sweet Pipes vol. 1 (soprano). Let's make some music together!
Dates:Tuesday, April 28th at 7PM ET (6PM CT, 5PM MT, 4PM PT)
Thursday, April 30th at 7PM ET (6PM CT, 5PM MT, 4PM PT)
Tuesday, May 5th at 7PM ET (6PM CT, 5PM MT, 4PM PT)
Thursday, May 7th at 7PM ET (6PM CT, 5PM MT, 4PM PT)
Register
HERE!
Check back to see when more classes are scheduled! 
The American Recorder Society is offering "Second Level" classes via Zoom on a variety of topics. Classes are designed for students who are relatively new to recorder, but are familiar with most fingerings on their instrument and can read music.