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Welcome to ARS NEWS, an e-newsletter for recorder players that has taken the place of our printed quarterly ARS Newsletter. In here, you will find all the same information featured in the old paper version, but with the addition of clickable links. This will allow you to learn more and also sign up for events that interest you. Please make sure to scroll to the bottom to see some upcoming events happening in the recorder world. ARS members won't want to miss the news about our ARS Annual Meeting on October 15. Enjoy!
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The Fall issue of American Recorder Magazine is being mailed and is available online! Here are some of the highlights:
- ARS President David Podeschi shares his thoughts on his recorder journey in his last President's Message.
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In a Technique Tip, recorder teacher Lobke Sprenkeling explains how to play air and finger vibrato (see her video here)
- Charles Nagel, proprietor of Cheap Trills Editions, has died. Read about his life and music in NEWS & NOTES.
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In the ARS section of NEWS & NOTES, find the link to sign up to attend the ARS Annual Members' Meeting on Zoom on October 15.
- In the FEATURE department, you will find articles on early music improvisation by Tina Chancey; and another by Jennifer Carpenter describing our longtime love of La Folia. Both topics have play-along options, and Tina Chancey gives improvisation tips in LEARN.
- Hard to believe, but it's time to think ahead to seasonal music; read music reviews for the holidays in CRITIQUE.
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The Members' Library Edition music accompanying this issue is a duet for altos called "Umulan o Umaraw (Rain or Shine)" and was composed by Jaymar Joshua Calayag, a composer based in the Philippines. The title “Umulan o Umaraw” is in the Tagalog language and translates as “Rain or Shine,” a local saying meaning that one experiences both pleasure and gloom in life. Two metrical divisions overlap in this gently undulating middle movement of a larger work. Separate parts as well as playalong recordings with one part missing are available for ARS members here. This piece was generously sponsored by John Nelson.
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You're Invited: ARS Annual Meeting 2022
ARS members are invited to attend our virtual Annual Meeting to be held on Saturday, October 15, 2022 at 3:00pm Eastern time. This members-only event is a chance to learn what the ARS has accomplished in the past year, what is planned, as well as have the opportunity to ask questions of the ARS Board. Want to add an agenda item? Email Administrative Director Susan Burns at director@americanrecorder.org.
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Tish Berlin and Frances Blaker Receive ARS Distinguished Achievement Award
The well-known recorder professionals and teachers received the award after their concert at the Amherst Early Music Festival, joined on stage by current Board member Wendy Powers and several other former Board members. Click to read more
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Lifetime Membership
Over the years, many members of ARS have opted for the Lifetime membership, which offers the same benefits as a regular membership but does not require an annual renewal. Interested in learning more? See our Lifetime Membership page.
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Checking in with Chapters, Consorts, and Recorder Orchestras | |
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The "Summer in the Rockies" free playing sessions, hosted by the Denver Recorder Society on various Wednesdays and Sundays during the summer, had 39 participants! The range of music went from circus selections to folk (Stephen Foster, and from Finland, Sweden, Poland, Ukraine and the Celtic Nations). The goal was to keep playing during the period when many chapters take a break from regular meetings. Those 39 recorder players and any others interested will be invited to continue to tune in on Zoom for free "Newbies" gatherings that will be hosted 30 minutes before each Denver Recorder Society meeting (on third Sundays). Repertoire will be similar to what was played in the summer months. Contact the DRS vice-president Bill Urban, bill_denver@hotmail.com.
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Did you know you can read Chapter News on the ARS website? Check out Community News. ARS chapters, consorts and recorder orchestras are welcome to email their newsletters to us for publication on the website.
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ARS offers a webpage with all the chapters offering virtual meetings. There are several chapters with a worldwide membership, led by world-class music directors, thanks to the wonders of Zoom.
(Is your group offering virtual meetings but not on the list? Email us!)
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A Brief Reminder of ARS Deadlines
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Weekend Workshop applications: two months before funding is needed. Virtual events are also eligible for funding from Grants and Scholarships, as long as the amounts do not exceed stated limits.
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Professional Development Grant applications: September 15
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Want to Share Your News?
To submit your news using an online form, please go to https://americanrecorder.org/newsform. You may also email an article and photos. We love to hear stories of how the recorder community is still going strong. Send any of the types of news items you have seen in the paper newsletter. Digital photos are welcome, as are digital videos for YouTube (DropBox or Google Drive suggested). Send either your event basics or articles/photos to newsletter@americanrecorder.org.
Newsletter editors and publicity officers for Chapters, Consorts & Recorder Orchestras should make sure that your regular communications like e-newsletters are sent to the ARS office, newsletter@americanrecorder.org.
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Early Music Workshops & Festivals | |
Don’t miss out on the joy of workshops and festivals! Many are returning to in-person opportunities. Check out the ARS Workshops & Festivals page featuring our Partner members and advertisers to see some wonderful possibilities. | | |
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Terrific Tenors!
Improving Your Tenor Recorder Skills with
Anne Timberlake
Wednesday 8/31 at 7 PM, CT
For more information and to register, please visit my website.
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Scottish Fiddle Tunes
For Two
with Debby Greenblatt
Tuesday, 9/13 at 7 PM, CT Wednesday, 9/14 at 10 AM, CT Friday, 9/16 at 7 PM, CT
Different tunes will be played at each session. Fee is $25 per session
For more information, and to register:
https://www.greenblattandseay.com/workshops_scottish.shtml
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Multiple Class Options with
Marea Chernoff
Fall Term with the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra School of Music begins September 19, 2022
Recorder Programs - VSO School of Music
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Recorder Warm-Up Classes
with Sarah Cantor
Mondays and Thursdays:
9:30 -10 AM, EDT
Open and continuous enrollment -
5 classes for $100
Contact Sarah Cantor at Cantornote@icloud.com to register.
For more information: click here
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The final "Playing It Safe" newsletter advertising virtual classes, workshops, and recorder chapter meetings from our terrific teachers will go out on September 9, 2022. We will continue to advertise virtual offerings in this newsletter which will continue to go out monthly. Thank you for keeping our teachers busy! If you want to advertise a virtual class, please contact Jennifer Carpenter and Susan Burns with your information by 9/7 to be included in the 9/9 newsletter. | |
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