Composed by Ferdinand Capelle, this Vingt Grandes Études for Clarinet were written after Sivori, A, Charpentier, Rode, Fiorillo and M. Vieux. Quite difficult, they would help advancedplayers to master their technique and abilities and to build on the knowledge they already acquired.
Each study lasts between one and two pages and they all have the approximate same level of difficulty. The bookfeatures an index table with a reference to Sivori, A, Charpentier, Rode, Fiorillo and M. Vieux to use as a guide. / Méthodes et pédagogie / Bois / Clarinette / LEDUC

3. Le Méchanisme supérieur 4. Grand duos et grandes études 5. Traits difficiles-This Complete Method For Clarinet – Volume 2 by Hyacinthe Klos? (1808-1880) is the second volume of a method for Clarinet beginners written in 5 books and is an absolute essential to develop your speed technique and articulations. This Complete Method For Clarinet – Volume 2 contains the following elements:? - Advanced Technique - Fifteen 'Grand Duos' and Five 'Grandes Etudes' - Difficult Passages This series of books includes studies and exercises for beginners intermediate and advanced level players with comments and advice. It also has some duets tobe played by the student and the professor. Hyacinthe Klos? (1808-1880) is a French Clarinet player composer and professor at the Conservatoire de Paris. He took part in the conception of the Boehm system of Clarinet playing. He became solo Clarinet at the Th?atre Italien in 1847.

Italian composer Domenico Scarlatti (1685-1757) is well-known for his Keyboard compositions. His 555 Keyboard Sonatas remain ever popular to this day and Jean-Pascal Post's arrangement for the Clarinet of ten of these loved works are indispensable for aspiring clarinetists. Originally composed for the Harpsichord Organ or early Pianoforte the Sonatas display the riveting use of discords and unconventional modulations to remote keys. It is also thought that much of Scarlatti's Keyboard music contains influences of Iberian music considering that he spent much of his working life in the service ofthe Spanish and Portuguese royal families. Post's transcription of ten Sonatas for Clarinet include Sonata K. 9. Post's arrangements for Clarinet enhance the lyricism and melodic invention of the Sonatas as well as enabling the student to study ornamentation and articulation. Bearing in mind that Domenico Scarlatti was a highly competent and popular musician in his day so much so that he was employed in the service of two royal families his Sonatas are composed with much experience understanding and expertise and Post's arrangement of these for Clarinet create an essential addition to the repertoire of all clarinetists.

French clarinetist and composer Hyacinthe Klosé (1808-1880) is predominantly known for his design improvements to the Clarinet and Flute. However his passion for the Clarinet is also apparent in his aids to the learning of the instrument as in this book Studies and Exercises. With revisions made by clarinetist and composer Paul Jeanjean (1874-1928) Studies and Exercises for Clarinet covers articulation breath control rhythm intervals accidentals ornamentation range scales and arpeggios among other aspects. Containing input from a prominent and well-established clarinetist thisKlosé study and exercise book cannot be missed by aspiring advanced Clarinet players.

This edition of Fourteen Studies by Hyacinthe Klosé (1808-1880) is the reviewed edition edited by Ulysse Delécluze.  This set of studies for upper-intermediate/advanced Clarinet players is an absolute essential to master your speed technique and articulations. Each exercise is between one and two-pages long. Few directions are given in the book on how to practise these 14 exercises: the speed to use the aim of the exercise the explanation going with the adaptation among other comments. Hyacinthe Klosé (1808-1880) is a French Clarinet player composerand professor at the Conservatoire de Paris. He took part in the conception of the Boehm system Clarinet. He became solo Clarinet at the Théatre Italien in 1847. Ulysse Delécluse was a French clarinettist and professor who enabled an easier access to these studies for clarinettists.

Written for advanced players  Ten Tantrum Studies Of Great Difficulty by Aurelio Magnani is a set of ten studies of 2 pages for Clarinet. This edition was entirely reviewed by A. Giampieri a professor at the Milano Conservatory. Aurelio Magnani (1856-1921) was an Italian teacher and Clarinet performer. He also wrote a method for Clarinet a Solo de Concert (dedicated to the French clarinetist Charles Turban) and the Mazurka Caprice.

Le Débutant Clarinettiste is a set of Vingt Études Mélodiques Très Faciles for Clarinet composed by A. Périer. Written in French and Japanese this volume is a reference for all beginners clarinettists. The studies are all between half-a-page and two pages long and are set in a really progressive way along the book. The beginner will need to know the theory basics as well some technique of the instrument to be able to play these studies. This is definitely a must-have volume to gain skills as a Clarinet beginner. A. Périer (1883-1947) is aFrench clarinettist who obtain the First Prize of the Paris Conservatoire. He was later Clarinet Solo at the Opéra-Comique and professor at the Conservatoire.

Born in southern France Auguste Périer (1883-1947) studied at the Ecole Nationale de Musique in Montpellier before entering the Paris Conservatoire. Whilst studying he won the 1904 first prize for Clarinet proving his significant ability on the instrument. Therefore his Complete Study of the Clarinet is very well-informed. The eighth volume of the series 20 Virtuosic Studies is suitable for clarinetists of grades seven and eight standard. It addresses features including articulation dynamics scales arpeggios accidentals ornamentation performance directions tempo markings phrasing key and timesignatures and complex rhythms among other aspects. Périer's Complete Study of the Clarinet (20 Virtuosic Studies) is essential to advanced clarinetists seeking to improve their technique to a high standard.

The infamous Six Cello Suites by J. S. Bach are perfectly arranged for the Clarinet by French clarinetist Ulysse Delécluse (1907-1995). Bach originally composed the Cello Suites some of the most recognisable and frequently performed solo compositions ever written for the instrument during the period 1717-1723 when he served as Kapellmeister in Köthen. Delécluse's adaptions for Clarinet (1965) include phrase marks dynamic markings articulation and performance directions. Delécluse's adaptions are flawless making the notoriousSuites enjoyably accessible for the Clarinet.

To this day Eugène Bozza (1905-1991) remains one of the most prolific composers for wind instruments despite being a violinist himself. His 14 Mechanical Studies for Clarinet will enable the pupil to attain brilliant technique on the instrument. During his studies at the Paris Conservatoire Bozza won prizes for Violin conducting and composition as well as the Grand Prix de Rome. He then conducted the orchestra of the Opéra-Comique and became Head of the Conservatoire in Valenciennes while remaining a prominent composer. The exercises in Bozza's 14 Mechanical Studies ensuredetailed practice of range intervals embouchure breath control rhythm phrasing articulation performance directions dynamics and chromaticism among other aspects. 14 Mechanical Studies for Clarinet is an essential aid in the progression of advanced Clarinet technical studies.

Born in southern France Auguste Périer (1883-1947) studied at the Ecole Nationale de Musique in Montpellier before entering the Paris Conservatoire. While studying he won the 1904 first prize for Clarinet proving his significant ability on the instrument. Therefore his Complete Study of the Clarinet is very well-informed. The sixth volume of the series 30 Studies is suitable for clarinettists of Grades six and seven standard. While incorporating studies by preceding composers Périer's 30 Studies addresses features including articulation dynamics scales arpeggios accidentals ornamentation performance directions tempo markings phrasing key and time signatures and complex rhythms amongst other aspects. Périer's Complete Study of the Clarinet (30 Studies) is essential for intermediate to advanced clarinetists seeking to improve their technique for performances of repertoire to a high standard.

Like a technical encyclopedia for the Clarinet  25 Études Techniques Et Mélodiques provides a detailed guide to establishing high standard technique on the instrument. Jeanjean's second volume in the compilation covers all aspects from complex rhythms to articulation making the book a must buy for all clarinettists. As a noted virtuoso Clarinet player himself Jeanjean's understanding of the practice of technical elements is second to none. The 25 Études Techniques Et Mélodiques supply steady development in the context of nine solo studies andthree studies for three Clarinets. This Paul Jeanjean study book cannot be missed by aspiring clarinettists.

20 Easy Studies-French clarinetist Ulysse Delécluse (1907-1995) worked as a performer orchestral player and teacher during his prolific career. Considering his wide experience and expertise his 20 Easy Studies for Clarinet are very well-informed. The 20 Easy Studies are composed in a variety of tempos key signatures and time signatures and address elements including breath control articulation dynamics scales arpeggios rhythm range intervals phrasing ornamentation performance directions and accidentals among other aspects. Delécluse's studies are flawless making his notorious20 Easy Studies enjoyably accessible for the Clarinet.