Tradewinds Recorder Consort performs at AARP Chapter 4903 luncheon
The Tradewinds Recorder Consort captivated members of AARP Chapter 4903 at their luncheon June 24 at American Legion Post 28 in Long Neck. The recorder consort is a mix of soprano, alto, tenor and bass woodwind instruments.
The recorder was popular in medieval times through the baroque era, but declined in the 18th century in favor of orchestral woodwind instruments, such as the flute, oboe and clarinet. The recorder was revived in the 20th century, partly in the pursuit of historically informed performance of early music, but also because of its suitability as a simple instrument for teaching music and its appeal to amateur players.
Today, it is sometimes thought of as a child's instrument, but there are many professional players who demonstrate the instrument's full solo range. The sound of the recorder is remarkably clear and sweet, partly because of the lack of upper harmonics and predominance of odd harmonics in the sound.
The Tradewinds Recorder Consort originally formed in 2007 with individuals who share an appreciation for Bach, Renaissance, British Isles, contemporary, jazz and popular music. They regularly perform around the Inland Bays at venues such as Cadbury, Lewes Senior Center and the Milton Flower and Garden Show.
AARP Chapter 4903 has monthly luncheons with speakers and entertainment during the year. For more information, call Co-President John Ballantyne at 302-945-3302.
