My Favourite Melodies Book 2

20 Mar 2025

An exceptional collection, personally selected by Sarah Jeffrey
Explores music from the Middle Ages to the mordern age
Includes audio downloads and accompanying video lessons
Intermediate level

Renowned recorder player and educator Sarah Jeffery presents My Favourite Melodies, a thoughtfully curated collection showcasing the treble recorder’s rich tonal palette and versatility. Spanning musical eras from medieval to contemporary, the selection includes folk dances, Renaissance gems, and Baroque masterpieces, such as Holborne’s The Fairie Round and Dowland’s Lachrimae Pavane.

Each piece reflects Jeffery’s vision of the recorder as a dynamic, expressive instrument. Suitable for intermediate recorder players, this edition features YouTube lessons, downloadable accompaniments, and expert playing tips, making it an inspiring resource for those looking to expand their repertoire and delve deeper into the world of recorder music.

Sarah Jeffery, an acclaimed recorder player and dedicated promoter of both early and contemporary music, has channelled her passion and expertise into this project. She is known worldwide for her performances and educational work, which she complements through her YouTube channel ‘Team Recorder’. With over 200,000 subscribers, she has built a global community that includes both amateurs and professional musicians. Her work on this channel, as well as her teaching at the Royal College of Music in London, where she specialises in contemporary music, underlines her commitment to music education and cultural exchange.