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LIFEM Specials

We are thrilled to be showcasing our entire catalogue at the bustling Early Music Exhibition at the London International Festival of Early Music (LIFEM) in Blackheath, which draws to a conclusion at the end of tomorrow.

Come and find us in Blackheath Halls' Great Hall, where a wide variety of both new and previously-owned recorders, viola da gambas, lutes, early strings, woodwind, percussion, kits, accessories (and more!) can be found!

Unable to join us in person? To celebrate this year's landmark 50th anniversary festival, we have put together this collection of LIFEM Specials so that you can join us in celebrating whether you're in London or not!

Offer available until 23.59 PT on Sunday 12 November
  • Bizzi French Double Manual Harpsichord after Goermans-Taskin

    Bizzi
    Original price £34,995.00 - Original price £34,995.00
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    This unique French Double Manual Harpsichord after Goermans-Taskin, built in 2023, was specially commissioned for renowned harpsichordist Jane Chap...

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    Original price £34,995.00 - Original price £34,995.00
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  • Bizzi Studio 2 Harpsichord

    Bizzi
    Original price £10,995.00 - Original price £10,995.00
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    Bizzi Studio harpsichord. The most affordable harpsichord on the market! Excellent for students and continuo players! Fine Italianate sound, ea...

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    Original price £10,995.00 - Original price £10,995.00
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  • Baroque Violin after Stainer by Paris Andrew

    Paris Andrew
    Original price £6,995.00 - Original price £6,995.00
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    Baroque Violin after Stainer by Paris Andrew, after an original by Jacob Stainer (17th century). Made in 2022, the violin's back, ribs and neck are...

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    Original price £6,995.00 - Original price £6,995.00
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  • J. Wood Signature 6 Course Renaissance Lute after Hieber

    Early Music Shop
    Original price £1,350.00 - Original price £1,350.00
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    Our exclusive range of 6, 7- and 8-course signature lutes are designed after an original by Hieber, and feature a stunning two-tone lacewood and w...

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    Original price £1,350.00 - Original price £1,350.00
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  • J. Wood Signature 7 Course Renaissance Lute after Hieber

    Early Music Shop
    Original price £1,450.00 - Original price £1,450.00
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    2 reviews

     J. Wood Signature 7 Course Renaissance Lute after Hieber with semi-rigid gig case Our exclusive range of 6, 7 and 8-course signature lutes are d...

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    Original price £1,450.00 - Original price £1,450.00
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  • J. Wood Signature 8 Course Renaissance Lute after Hieber

    Early Music Shop
    Original price £1,550.00 - Original price £1,550.00
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    3 reviews

    J. Wood Signature 8 Course Renaissance Lute after Hieber with semi-rigid gig case. Our exclusive range of 6, 7 and 8-course signature lutes are...

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    Original price £1,550.00 - Original price £1,550.00
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  • 7 Course Renaissance Lute after Venere by Charlotte De Ley

    Charlotte De Ley
    Original price £3,995.00 - Original price £3,995.00
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    This instrument is inspired by a lute made by Wendelio Venere in 1582. The bowl consists of 13 ribs made of cypress and black (maple) spacers. The ...

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    Original price £3,995.00 - Original price £3,995.00
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  • Recorder Yearbook & Maintenance Guide 2024

    Jaywood Press
    Original price £4.95 - Original price £4.95
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    Recorder Yearbook & Maintenance Guide 2024 The essential recorder player’s pocket guide for 2024. Included in the book: Recorder Maintenance...

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    Original price £4.95 - Original price £4.95
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  • J. Wood Alto Recorder in Maple

    Early Music Shop
    Original price £165.00 - Original price £165.00
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    1 review

    Made in Germany, the J. Wood alto recorder in maple is an affordable, high quality instrument which delivers a rich body of sound, with an easy re...

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    Original price £165.00 - Original price £165.00
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  • 10 Course Renaissance Lute after Tieffenbrucker by Matias Crom

    Matias Crom
    Original price £4,750.00
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    10 Course Renaissance Lute after Tieffenbrucker by Matias CromInspired on the lute by Wendelin Tieffenbrucker in the "Cite de la Musique" museum in...

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  • Violoncello after "Ornati" by Matias Crom (Previously Owned)

    Previously Owned
    Original price £14,500.00 - Original price £14,500.00
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    PO ref. PO1114SVioloncello after "Ornati" by Matias Crom (Previously Owned) made from the finest Slovakian spruce and maple from Rumania. Wittner ...

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    Original price £14,500.00 - Original price £14,500.00
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  • Bass Rackett in F by J. Wood

    Early Music Shop
    Original price £1,995.00 - Original price £1,995.00
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    1 review

    Handmade in our EMS workshop by our expert technician Barry Holder, this Bass Racket in F is made from Castello Boxwood with imitation ivory tetin...

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    Original price £1,995.00 - Original price £1,995.00
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  • Platinum Harp Bundle - Heritage 36 String 'Meghan' Harp

    Early Music Shop
    Original price £1,395.00 - Original price £1,450.00
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    Our 36-string Meghan Harp is a substantially built, Celtic lever harp. It is an ideal student instrument for people wanting to see how they get on...

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    Original price £1,395.00 - Original price £1,450.00
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  • Moeck Rottenburgh Dual Pitch Bass Recorder in Stained Maple

    Moeck
    Original price £2,295.00 - Original price £2,295.00
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    Immensely popular range of recorders originally designed by Friederich von Huene after models by Belgian maker Jean-Hyacinth-Joseph Rottenburgh (16...

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    Original price £2,295.00 - Original price £2,295.00
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  • Küng E3 Alto Recorder in Grenadilla

    Kung
    Original price £2,030.00 - Original price £2,030.00
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    1 review

    The exceptional E3 "Eagle" alto recorder came into being as the result of a search for a unique alto recorder and the cooperation between Adriana B...

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    Original price £2,030.00 - Original price £2,030.00
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  • Paetzold SOLO Knick Tenor Recorder by Kunath

    Paetzold by Kunath
    Original price £1,375.00 - Original price £1,375.00
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    3 reviews

    This new series of Paetzold recorders combines 40 years of experience with innovative design and techniques. Recorders in the Solo recorder range a...

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    Original price £1,375.00 - Original price £1,375.00
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  • Moeck Tenor Recorder in Castello Boxwood by Ehlert

    Moeck
    Original price £1,845.00
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    The 5443 Ehlert tenor recorder by Moeck is made in castello boxwood. The recorders were designed by Ralf Ehlert, and are suitable for recorder musi...

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    Original price £1,845.00
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  • Mollenhauer Modern Soprano Recorder in Pearwood

    Mollenhauer
    Original price £1,295.00 - Original price £1,295.00
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    Mollenhauer 5916H Modern soprano (descant) pearwood with B-foot joint and triple key b/c/c#.This design was the product of collaboration between re...

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    Original price £1,295.00 - Original price £1,295.00
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  • Mollenhauer Dream Edition Bass Recorder in Plumwood

    Mollenhauer
    Original price £1,875.00 - Original price £1,875.00
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    Mollenhauer TE4528K Dream Edition Knick Bass In Plumwood. Due to their characteristic wide bore and full round sound Dream-Edition recorders are al...

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    Original price £1,875.00 - Original price £1,875.00
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  • 'Recorder for Beginners: The Tudor Way!' by Paul Harris (Pupil's Book)

    Jaywood Press
    Original price £7.95 - Original price £7.95
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    Recorder for Beginners: The Tudor Way! by Paul Harris – the brand new recorder tutor from Jaywood Press. “If you’d like a method from the begin...

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    Original price £7.95 - Original price £7.95
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  • 'Recorder for Beginners: The Tudor Way!' by Paul Harris (Teacher's Book)

    Jaywood Press
    Original price £9.95 - Original price £9.95
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    Recorder for Beginners: The Tudor Way! by Paul Harris – the brand new recorder tutor from Jaywood Press. This teacher's book includes piano acc...

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    Original price £9.95 - Original price £9.95
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  • EMS 30" x 2" Frame Drum with Beater and Fitted Case

    Early Music Shop
    Original price £195.00 - Original price £195.00
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    This frame drum by the Early Music Shop is 30" by 2", made with a solid wooden bent hoop, natural calf skin and includes a traditional style leathe...

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