University of the Third Age (U3A) Recorder Class, Term 2, 15 Jun.–21 Aug. 2026
Led by HSRP member Angela Brinkhoff you will discover what a wonderful instrument the recorder is and experience the joy of music making with others. The class will be an introduction to reading music nodtation, and also cater for those with some previous experience. You will learn to play fun and interesting music from day one! Bring your own recorder if you have one, or there will be instruments available to borrow. Online enrolments for Term 2 will be available from Monday, 1 June 2026. Classes will be held in Room A3, 8 Hutchins St, Kingston 7050.
The Hobart Recorder Society: The first fifty years 1973–2023 (publ. 2025)
This book by HSRP foundation member Clodagh Harden Jones is now available via our Contact Form at a cost of $20 plus postage & packing.
Recorder Homepage
Created in Perth, WA, in 1996 and now maintained right here in Tasmania, this website is the Internet’s most comprehensive resource on the recorder, presenting information on the instrument’s history, technique, repertoire, recordings, manufacture, iconography, representation in literature, and much more.
Orpheus Music
Australia’s own online recorder shop based in Armidale, NSW, supplies high quality instruments, music and accessories; publishes contemporary Australian recorder music, undertakes recorder repairs, and runs annual workshops for players of all abilities.
AMEB Recorder Syllabus (Australian Music Examinations Board)
This syllabus outlines the requirements for taking an AMEB Recorder exam. This digital download also includes AMEB’s general examination requirements and regulations. AMEB Recorder publications are also available from the AMEB Online Music Shop. The AMEB Tasmania Office is located at the University of Tasmania.
TCL Recorder Syllabus (Trinity College London )
The TCL syllabus and the associated Recorder Anthologies are available in their Music Publications Catalogue which can be purchased via their Online Shop. The Tasmanian TCL representative for Music, Drama and Speech is Dr Maree-Rose Jones.
Notes on Recorder Care
Brief notes on ongoing care of your recorder: maintainance of joints, cleaning, sterilising, oiling, etc.
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