Next Level Recorder Retreat

Presented by Blaker-Berlin

Master musicians Frances Blaker and Letitia Berlin have created this four day intensive retreat for intermediate and advanced recorder players who are ready to elevate their craft to the next level.  WIth a very limited enrollment of 16 participants, the retreat offers intensive sessions on topics including:

Articulation- technique and application

Finger facility- exercise and drills to improve security and agility

Breathing and Blowing- development of breath control and tone

Sight reading and playing by ear- methods and exercises to improve your skills

Keeping your Place and Rhythm Training- repertoire chosen espeially to fully incorporate these skilsl into your playing

Repertoire Sessions- participants play music together

Lecture/discussion- on music history and music forms

Consort playing and ad hoc playing sessions

Tuition- $330

Room and Board: Double room- $295; Single room- $355.

Applications must be received by December 10th.

For details or to request an application contact (510) 559-4670 or tishberlin@sbcglobal.net