I am preparing to start a recorder consort in the LEA where I teach. The group will consist of secondary pupils who have been given recorders ranging from descant to bass. We will be joined by any primary aged players who would like to come.

We will certainly be playing in harmony and as a versatile musician myself I will ensure a varied diet!

Having neglected the recorder since primary school I have recently acquired a couple of beautiful instruments and on Saturday I performed in public on the treble recorder for the first time in 25 years.

In my experience kids love playing the recorder (I'm sure they will love the Uke too!), it's the perception of adults that is the problem (a bit like beginner fiddle!)