Recorder Consorts

Recorder Consort Course UK – Directed by Rhiannon Evans

This welcoming recorder consort course UK is open to recorder players of all standards and all instrument sizes. Designed as an enjoyable and sociable end-of-day session, the course explores Renaissance favourites alongside the occasional later work, offering the pleasure of ensemble playing in a relaxed but musically focused setting.

Each session of this recorder consort course UK begins with the full ensemble playing together, creating the rich sonority that makes recorder consort repertoire so distinctive. We then divide into smaller one-to-a-part groups (depending on numbers), allowing players to develop listening skills, blend and stylistic awareness in more intimate chamber settings.

Renaissance Recorder Consort Repertoire

The recorder consort course UK focuses primarily on Renaissance repertoire, drawing on the vibrant tradition of English and continental consort music. Participants will explore:

• Blend and balance across recorder sizes

• Articulation and phrasing in Renaissance style

• The distinctive colours of mixed recorder consorts

Music will be provided for this recorder consort course UK, though players are warmly encouraged to bring their own repertoire suggestions. The flexible structure allows for a variety of instrument combinations and musical styles.

Instruments and Participation

All sizes of recorder are welcome on this recorder consort course UK, from descant to great bass. Please indicate on your application form which instrument sizes you intend to bring so that balanced consorts can be organised in advance.

Whether you are an experienced consort player or looking to expand your ensemble experience, this recorder consort course UK offers a friendly and rewarding opportunity to explore Renaissance music within a supportive summer school environment.