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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. Please make sure to scroll to the bottom to see some upcoming classes and events happening in the recorder world. Enjoy!
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Improving on a Member Benefit: A New "Arrangements and Transcriptions" Section of the Downloadable Music Libraries
The pieces in the ARS Music Libraries have helped many an ARS member to come up with interesting pieces for individual practice, not to mention groups to discover material worthy of performance. The new Arrangements and Transcriptions Library makes great music easy to find, from Renaissance to Ragtime.
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American Recorder Magazine Editor Gail Nickless Retiring, Applications Open
The longtime editor will step down after the Summer 2024 American Recorder, having by then completed 30 years of exemplary service both as Editor and as the ARS Executive Director. Her job may be separated into two positions, Managing Editor and Print Layout Specialist.
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Professional Development Grant Report
Annette Bauer reports on how an ARS-funded grant helped her not only to recover from the stresses of the pandemic, but also to take her playing to the next level. Learn about her experience at the Recorder Residency at the Sitka Center in Oregon.
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After Ten Years With No Increase, ARS Membership Dues Will Go Up on September 1
The ARS is announcing an incremental increase in membership dues, beginning Sept 1. Members who renew before September 1 will be able to renew at the old rate.
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ARS Legacy Circle
The ARS has over a dozen committed members who have joined the Legacy Circle, meaning they have included ARS in their estate plans. Your bequest will ensure security for the future of ARS, benefiting generations to come. If you are interested in learning more, please visit our Legacy Circle webpage.
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Nominating Task Force Finalizing Board Candidate List
The Board Nominating Task Force, consisting of ARS Vice President Jody Miller, former Board member Barb Prescott, and Administrative Director Susan Burns, are putting the final touches on assembling a list of passionate and hard-working recorder players who have skills to help further the mission of the American Recorder Society. The Election will be held in 2024, with a ballot to be sent via email (or regular mail for members without email). For a reminder of who our current Board members are, please click here.
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West Suburban Early Music Society Members Play at Elementary School
Darleen Kay and Linda Schub, members of the West Suburban Early Music Society in suburban Chicago, played two pieces in a recorder quartet for the children at Whittier elementary school in Downers Grove on April 17, 2023. The songs were Sanctus by Carlos Rossini, arranged by Darleen Kay, and Sweet Ireland, composed and arranged by Darleen. The quartet, which played during the intermission of a concert presented by the Senior Suburban Orchestra, was well received by the children. It was good exposure to recorders for the young people.
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How to Find an ARS Group Near You
Being able to find a local chapter, consort, or recorder orchestra is a valuable member benefit. Here is a step-by-step guide to doing just that. (If there's no group in your area, maybe you could start one!)
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In Case You Missed It: ARS Group Representative Roundtable Held in May
The ARS Membership Committee held the last roundtable before most chapters ended their sessions for the summer last month. Twelve representatives from chapters/consorts nationwide joined the Zoom session on methods for increasing membership and sustaining interest.
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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 Scholarship & Grant Deadlines
Weekend Workshops: Apply four weeks 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.
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Grant: Any chapter, recorder orchestra, or consort may apply. Partner Workshops and Businesses are also eligible. Apply anytime.
Professional Development Grant: Any recorder professional, meeting certain criteria, may apply to ARS for support of their professional development pursuits. Primarily funding the ARS Recorder Residency at the Sitka Center for Art and Ecology, applications for other venues will be considered. Deadline: September 15 of the year preceding the proposed residency or project.
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Want to Share Your News?
To submit your news (please, no event announcements) 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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ARS Free Beginner Class for Alto Recorder
with Lisette Kielson
If you have never played recorder before, or if it has been eons since you last played, this is the course for you! Build a solid foundation for learning recorder through this 4-part beginners’ course for alto recorder starting on August 2nd, 2023. Professional recorder player and teacher Lisette Kielson will lead you through this course and help get you started on building good recorder technique that will take you to the next level, and beyond!
The classes will be based on the Sweet Pipes Method Book One for Alto Recorder, supplemented with exercises from the teacher.
Classes begin August 2, 2023. For more information and to register, please visit the ARS Website.
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Webinar Season Pass
with Anne Timberlake
Get auto-magic, hassle-free registration for all six of my Wednesday Webinars in 2023-24 by purchasing a season pass. You’ll only have to register once, and you’ll save money off the single ticket price.
Topics:
8/30/23: Where Do I Breathe?!?!
10/4/23: Vibrant Vibrato
11/15/23: Mysterious Musicality
1/17/24: Alternative Fingerings
3/6/24: Hemiolas…and Why You Care!
5/8/24: Intro to Memorization
To purchase, visit my website and complete the purchase process. If you have questions or you prefer to pay offline, please contact me at anne@annetimberlake.com
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Playford English Country
Dance Tunes
with Debby Greenblatt
Tues, Aug 8, 7 PM, CDT
Wed, Aug 8, 10 AM, CDT
Fri, Aug 11, 7 PM, CDT
Different tunes will be played at each session.
Playford is best known for his publication of The English Dancing Master. We will read, play, and discuss various survival skills for these charming pieces.
The cost for each workshop is $10. The cost of each optional book is $15 (includes shipping if ordered with workshop registration).
For more information, and to register, click here
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NAVRS presents their July Playing Meeting
with Phil Hollar
When: Saturday, July 29, 2:00 - 3:30 PM, EDT
Cost: NAVRS Membership is $20 and each playing session is $15; membership is not required for your first meeting but there is a charge of $15.
For more information and to register, visit the NAVRS website.
Upcoming:
Glen Shannon will lead the NAVRS meeting on August 26, 2:00 - 3:30 PM, EDT.
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