The two main activities offered by the Montreal Recorder Society are ensemble practice and sight-reading evenings. In addition, ensemble members perform in concert once a year as part of the Sons & Brioches concert series.
Ensemble Practices: for members only
Sight-readings: open to non-members and members alike
Concerts: open to all, free admission
Members also benefit from annual activities such as the Christmas Party and the evening of the Annual General Meeting during both of which we offer, among other things, a sight reading. These events invariably end with a Wine & Cheese celebration.
The MRS also organizes other activities on an occasional basis. These activities have included dance-music workshops and technical workshops. These activities are listed in the calendar and in the news section, and are also announced by e-mail - sign up today for our newsletter to stay informed.
Concerts
Having fun playing together
To make the most of our group activities,
- Arrive on time in order to get set up and get your chatting out of the way before the activity starts
- Once the activity begins, limit your interactions with your neighbors; if you absolutely have to chat, do so in a low voice
- Pay attention to the director--they shouldn't have to repeat themselves because participants are making noise
- When you receive new music, work on the fingering, but do it silently
- Come back to your place and be ready to play before break ends
These rules will help everyone from beginners to advanced players, and will help our directors and the group to make the best music possible.
