The following links are a small selection of my favourites. The links will open in
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The late Christopher Monk was amongst the first to make reconstructions of the
cornett, supplying instruments to David Munrow. The firm, which also makes
serpents, is now directed by Jeremy West.
Information and links on the crumhorn, compiled by Nicholas Lander..
A duo specialising in "authentic" Elizabethan music, right down to speech
and
dress.
One of the leading recorder makers in the world (and my personal favourite),
though sadly they recently ceased manufacture. However, they still have a
fascinating website with a wealth of information.
One of the biggest International Festivals of Early Music. An annual event
attracting around one hundred makers and suppliers with concerts,
competitions and demonstrations. Currently held in mid November in the Old
Royal Naval College at Greenwich.
The largest supplier of early music instruments in the world. Based in Bradford,
UK.
Music software - the "word processor for music". I have been using this
software
for years and still enthuse over it for its ease of use and quality of printed output.
Information and links, compiled by Nicholas Lander, to do with recorders and
their music. The site above is Australian, though mirror sites are available in
USA and Germany (in German!).
Formerly based in Bradford but now relocated to Toledo, Spain, the
Renaissance Workshop make a wide variety of excellent early music
instruments. These may be purchased as kits or finished instruments.
The website of the renaissance consort in which I play. The group is also known
locally as "Her Majesties Pleasure".
The Official Website of the International Guild of Town Pipers.
Some of the local churches where many of the instruments shown on this site
have been played.