Led by Ross Winters, our lively and supportive Recorder Department provides tuition in all aspects of technique, style and repertoire. With a view to making the most of each individual’s potential, all periods of recorder music are afforded equal importance. The course is designed to develop your skills in both solo and ensemble playing and you will also have the opportunity to study related early wind instruments. A range of stimulating and varied performance classes and workshops on related topics is open to students in all years and there are two masterclasses a year given by distinguished visiting professionals.
Recorder students at the Conservatoire are respected and integrated into the fabric of student life. In addition to activities within the Department, specialist ensembles are organised for a variety of projects, and the Department is closely involved with the Conservatoire’s Early Music Programme. You’ll have the unique advantage of being able to perform with several diverse groups, including the college’s Baroque orchestra (Capelle) and The Conservatoire Folk Ensemble. You’ll also receive regular specialist consort coaching. In addition to a grounding in teaching techniques, you’ll have the opportunity to observe teaching at organisations such as Coventry Performing Arts.