Tuesday, March 26, 2013

Why another Sarah Watts Recorder tutor?


"Red Hot recorder" has been immensely popular, and much used, and I hope it will still be, but eight years after its publication, I wanted to offer an alternative. "Ready Steady Recorder" is aimed at younger starters (ideally year 2, but could be used for earlier years). This tutor is colourful, has larger font, and moves a little slower, especially after G when many tutors speed up. The pieces and rhythm learning is always reinforced by lyrics, and there is plenty of fun along the way with movement and humour.
The book has the same "Feel good" jazzy accompaniment, and the short pieces are repeated so they can be performed in a concert with singing, or just as recorder repertoire.
There is a Grand Recorder March at the start of the book to inspire the student, and encourage them to move to the beat.
An extravagant fanfare celebrates each new note learned, and everyone can "Take a bow".
Lots of fun really.


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