Practical Studies for Bassoon, Book II

Practical Studies for Bassoon, Book II

Author: Alfred Music

Publisher: Alfred Music

Published:

Total Pages: 36

ISBN-13: 9781457453168

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This book is intended as a logical continuation of Practical Studies for Bassoon Book 1. The range has been extended to three full octaves and two more key signatures have been added. Each study is in a different key from the preceding one in order to further develop a sense of key-consciousness.


Practical Studies for Bassoon, Book 1

Practical Studies for Bassoon, Book 1

Author: D. McDowells

Publisher: Alfred Music

Published: 1999-10-16

Total Pages: 36

ISBN-13: 9781457452925

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Exercises and studies in this book have been written for the specific purpose of supplementing any of the elementary methods available. The book is in no way intended to serve as a method or as a course of progressive instruction for the Bassoon. This book is divided into two general classifications: studies for rhythmic development; and scale, arpeggio, and interval exercises which are so indispensable in mastering any instrument.


The New Weissenborn Method for Bassoon

The New Weissenborn Method for Bassoon

Author: Douglas Edward Spaniol

Publisher: Hal Leonard Publishing Corporation

Published: 2010

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781423484776

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(Instructional). New edition with spiral binding For well over a century, students all over the world have learned to play the bassoon using Julius Weissenborn's Practical Bassoon Method . At long last, The New Weissenborn Method for Bassoon presents the complete 1887 publication in an updated, user-friendly version. With over 50 photographs, modern fingering charts, and in-depth instruction on performance basics, instrument care, and reeds, The New Weissenborn Method is a must-have for all bassoon students. Features: * Carefully researched and edited from the original 1887 edition * All lessons and exercises re-engraved * New notes, techniques and terminology introduced before each lesson * Weissenborn's original sections on tenor clef and the "speaker" keys restored and expanded * Original ornamentation chapter restored with added modern performance practices * Supplementary scale exercises now include all major and minor keys


Foundations for Superior Performance

Foundations for Superior Performance

Author: Richard S. Williams

Publisher:

Published: 1998

Total Pages: 410

ISBN-13:

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"Foundations for Superior Performance" is designed to help structure the daily rehearsal and advance the performance level of the ensemble. The primary goal is to offer a framework of exercises and routine drills that will facilitate the mastery of essential playing fundamentals. Different skill levels have been integrated into this book to meet the needs of the inexperienced player, and, at the same time, challenge the most advanced.


Oboe Secrets

Oboe Secrets

Author: Jacqueline Leclair

Publisher: Scarecrow Press

Published: 2013-10-03

Total Pages: 167

ISBN-13: 0810886219

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Modeled on the brilliant approach first formulated by distinguished professor of music and master clarinetist Michele Gingras in Clarinet Secrets and More Clarinet Secrets (both available from Scarecrow Press), Music Secrets for the Advanced Musician: A Scarecrow Press Music Series is designed for instrumentalists, singers, conductors, composers, and other instructors and professionals seeking a quick set of pointers to improve their work as performers and producers of music. Easy to use and intended for the advanced musician, contributions to the Music Secrets series fill a niche for those who have moved beyond what beginners and intermediate practitioners need. In Oboe Secrets: 75 Performance Strategies for the Advanced Oboist and English Horn Player, Jacqueline Leclair tackles the oboe’s reputation as an especially difficult instrument and illustrates how oboists and English horn players can overcome common challenges. Leclair draws on her experience as a performer and instructor, offering practical tips and sometimes revolutionary ideas for rethinking oboe pedagogy. Leclair also looks at performance strategies in the areas of equipment maintenance and management, physical health, and performance technique. Her secrets focus on such matters as how to optimize practice sessions, build endurance, improve use of the body when playing, work with reeds, and apply extended techniques. Oboe Secrets provides oboists and English horn players a quick and efficient path to significant improvement—both technically and musically—in their playing.It is the perfect resource for advanced high school oboists, professional performers, music instructors, and avid amateur musicians.


The Teaching of Instrumental Music

The Teaching of Instrumental Music

Author: Richard Colwell

Publisher: Routledge

Published: 2015-08-20

Total Pages: 473

ISBN-13: 1317350847

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This book introduces music education majors to basic instrumental pedagogy for the instruments and ensembles most commonly found in the elementary and secondary curricula. This text focuses on the core competencies required for teacher certification in instrumental music. The first section of the book focuses on essential issues for a successful instrumental program: objectives, assessment and evaluation, motivation, administrative tasks, and recruiting and scheduling (including block scheduling). The second section devotes a chapter to each wind instrument plus percussion and strings, and includes troubleshooting checklists for each instrument. The third section focuses on rehearsal techniques from the first day through high school.


The New Weissenborn Method for Bassoon -

The New Weissenborn Method for Bassoon -

Author: Douglas Spaniol

Publisher: Hal Leonard Publishing Corporation

Published: 2019-07

Total Pages: 192

ISBN-13: 9781540035929

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(Instructional). Available July 2019 Volume I of The New Weissenborn Method for Bassoon ("a must for all young bassoon students" - The Double Reed; "a landmark in pedagogy" - Double Reed News) presented an updated, user-friendly version of Julius Weissenborn's seminal work for beginning bassoon students. Now, Volume II provides Weissenborn's advanced teaching material in a similar modern, easy-to-use edition. With well-organized lessons, supplemental materials, and advanced fingering charts, Volume II of The New Weissenborn Method for Bassoon is a must-have for advanced bassoon students. FEATURES: * Spiral-bound book lays flat on the stand and will last for years * At 190 pages, it weighs just 22 ounces and fits easily into most music pouches * Material is presented in well-organized lessons with no bad page turns and minimal need to flip between sections of the book * New expanded editions of Weissenborn's Advanced Studies, Op. 8, No. 2 and Milde's Scale and Chord Studies, Op. 25. Six of the Advanced Studies are provided in two keys - the key Weissenborn originally intended, plus the key in which it was first published - for a total of 56 Advanced Studies. The Milde Scale and Chord Studies contain nine bonus etudes to cover all 15 key signatures and to practice chromatic scales in a variety of keys. * Table of Contents and Reference Charts make it easy to find specific etudes when needed * Supplemental Materials include: Double-tonguing and triple-tonguing exercises by Arban; Sight-reading/rhythmic etudes by Bona; and select etudes from Weissenborn's Op. 8, No. 1 * Introduces all notes up to E5 with logical pacing and plenty of material to master each new note * Covers all Major and Minor Keys through seven sharps and seven flats, with long tones, scales, and arpeggios for each key