The Austrian clarinettist and composer Alfred Uhl (1909-92), born and trained in Vienna, has gained an international reputation for his film music scores, orchestral and chamber music works. His works move in a tonal framework, combining a differentiated rhythm and catchy melody. Thus, Uhl developed his own personal humorous style which he also realized in his studies. His study cycle is a standard work of teaching literature for clarinet. Almost every aspect of clarinet playing technique is .covered in Uhl's study work. Apart from the technical educational goal, the musical content gets its fair share too: each study work is a little character piece which helps the clarinettist to effectively express his musical imagination independently of technical obstacles. A new edition in one volume with practising tips by Prof. Reiner Wehle.

When the clarinet method was revised and newly published, the Daily Exercises, which were originally a part of the Clarinet Method Op. 63 by Carl Baermann, were published as a separate edition. The essential improvement consists in the arrangement of the individual exercises, which simplifies their use in teaching practice. As with the two volumes of the Clarinet Method, the musical text is based on the first edition of the method, and only few differences concerning articulation as well as several misprints and typographical errors were revised. By deleting the historical fingering instructions for the German fingering system, the clarinet method not only has a clean and, compared to the original, more clearly structured layout, but can also be used universally. By adding exercises with fourths, fifths, sevenths and octaves, the Daily Exercises contain everything that is necessary for the thorough technical education of a clarinettist and thus are an independent volume that can be used either as a supplement to the Baermann method or totally independently of it.

Thanks to the revision by Robert Erdt, the result is a textbook that is oriented towards the original as regards content and, at the same time, has been adjusted to the current times with regard to language, education and instrumental technique so that this clarinet method by Carl Baermann can maintain its position in modern clarinet lessons as important educational literature for the classical clarinet.

English - German.

With 'Clarinet Fundamentals', Reiner Wehle presents a three-volume basic work for the study of the clarinet. Volume 1 deals with sound exercises and articulation, including themes such as 'Practising' and 'The clarinet reed'. Volumes 2 and 3 .deal with 'Fingering technique and dexterity' as well as 'Intonation'. The annotated list of references (sheet music and books) shall encourage further studies.
Reiner Wehle has given numerous master classes, is a sought-after jury member at renowned competitions, and has been professor at the Music Academy of Lü.beck since 1993.

With 'Clarinet Fundamentals', Reiner Wehle presents a three-volume basic work for the study of the clarinet. Volume 1 deals with sound exercises and articulation, including themes such as 'Practising' and 'The clarinet reed'. Volumes 2 and 3 .deal with 'Fingering technique and dexterity' as well as 'Intonation'. The annotated list of references (sheet music and books) shall encourage further studies.
Reiner Wehle has given numerous master classes, is a sought-after jury member at renowned competitions, and has been professor at the Music Academy of Lü.beck since 1993.

Jorg Widmann, an internationally sought-after soloist and professor of clarinet at the Freiburg Musikhochschule, displays the exquisite refinement of contemporary clarinet sound in 'Funf Bruchstucke' (already published) for clarinet and piano (KLB 54) and in the present 'Fantasie' for solo clarinet. While noise, as a means of expression, is given much attention in 'Funf Bruchstucke', 'Fantasie' is largely based on the usual Romantic melodious sound, though this time with ironic side trips into dance, klezmer and jazz music, the clarinet's equivalent of light music.

'Fantasie' for solo clarinet is my first real piece for my own instrument, the clarinet. With its eccentric virtuosity and its cheerful, ironic fundamental character, it reflects the experience with Stravinsky's 3 Pieces for solo clarinet of 1919 and the tonal innovations which did not appear in music before Carl Maria von Weber's notation for the clarinet, and takes them further in a new way. It is a little imaginary scene uniting the dialogues of different people in close proximity in the spirit of the commedia dell'arte.

- Jorg Widmann

The composer Nino Rota has become famous, in particular, by his film music .to 'Godfather' (Francis Ford Coppola) and to films by Federico Fellini (La dolce vita, Otto e mezzo, Il Casanova, etc.) and Luchino Visconti (Il Gattopardo, Rocco e i suoi fratelli). But even his chamber music, concertos and stage works enjoy increasing popularity.
This work for solo clarinet comes from the incidental music of the same name of a theatre play by Ugo Betti. These variations of intermediate difficulty are perfectly suited for music lessons, competitions and concerts, as well as encore pieces.

English - German.

With 'Clarinet Fundamentals', Reiner Wehle presents a three-part basic work for studying the clarinet. Volume 2 is a comprehensive fingering method which takes the characteristics of the clarinet-specific fingering technique into account. The successful mastery of the fingering technique and the training of every possible fingering combination are a prerequisite for dexterity and virtuoso playing. Therefore, the volume contains a large number of exercises covering all fingering problems in great detail for the Boehm and Oehler system.
Reiner Wehle frequently teaches at master classes, is a sought-after juror at renowned competitions and has been professor at the Music Academy of Lubeck since 1993.

The clarinet method op. 63 by Carl Baermann from 1867 is still a standard work in classical clarinet education today. The thoroughly revised new edition aims at reviewing the educational concept, which is still valid today, for modern lessons, adjusting the music and texts, and sensibly complementing the teaching contents.
The editor who draws on many years of experience as a clarinettist in an orchestra and university lecturer of clarinet has succeeded in adapting the valuable teaching material to the requirements of today while maintaining the basic methodology. The result is a total of 7 volumes:

Clarinet Method Vol. 1 and Vol. 2 (ED 21761, ED 21762)Clarinet Method Vol. 1 and Vol. 2, with 2 CDs each (ED 21761-50, ED 21762-50): The CDs contain the piano accompaniment for the performance pieces, with and without clarinetTune Book 1 and 2 (ED 21763, ED 21764): piano score of the method's performance pieces, with additional inserted clarinet partDaily Exercises (ED 21765): systematic scale, interval and chord exercises in all keys, complemented and published separately from the original method
Due to trilingual nature of all editions (German, English, French), they can be used universally.

German.

In addition to the very successful series of Hans and Marianne Magolt, they now publish the first volume in the new series 'Die schonsten Spirituals &. Gospels' ['The Most Beautiful Spirituals &. Gospels']. All melodies are very easy arrangements for beginners and can be played at various occasions at home, at the music school, at primary school or in an ensemble. Optionally, the arrangements can be played with an additional second part.
Contents: Down by the Riverside, Glory Hallelujah, Go down Moses, O happy day, Rock my soul, He's got the whole world in his hands, Nobody knows the trouble I've seen, Swing low and many more.

The clarinet method op. 63 by Carl Baermann from 1867 is still a standard work in classical clarinet education today. The thoroughly revised new edition aims at reviewing the educational concept, which is still valid today, for modern lessons, adjusting the music and texts, and sensibly complementing the teaching contents.
The editor who draws on many years of experience as a clarinettist in an orchestra and university lecturer of clarinet has succeeded in adapting the valuable teaching material to the requirements of today while maintaining the basic methodology. The result is a total of 7 volumes:

Clarinet Method Vol. 1 and Vol. 2 (ED 21761, ED 21762)Clarinet Method Vol. 1 and Vol. 2, with 2 CDs each (ED 21761-50, ED 21762-50): The CDs contain the piano accompaniment for the performance pieces, with and without clarinetTune Book 1 and 2 (ED 21763, ED 21764): piano score of the method's performance pieces, with additional inserted clarinet partDaily Exercises (ED 21765): systematic scale, interval and chord exercises in all keys, complemented and published separately from the original method
Due to trilingual nature of all editions (German, English, French), they can be used universally.

German.

Das bewahrte Standardwerk liegt nun auch in einer revidierten und erweiterten Fassung in zwei Banden vor. Den Schulern werden hierdurch zusatzlich sowohl bekannte Lied-Melodien als auch folkloristische Weisen an die Hand gegeben. Durch den erweiterten Ubungsteil werden Kenntnisse und Fertigkeiten des Klarinettenspiels vertieft.
Grundlegende Begriffe aus der Musiktheorie sind ebenso enthalten wie ausfuhrliche Grifftabellen. Graphisch aufgelockert wird die Neuauflage durch einen Zweifarbendruck, mit dem die Inhalte der Schule ubersichtlicher gegliedert werden konnen.

German - English.

Clarinettist Rainer Wehle compiled these 99 exercises which aim to encourage good, relaxed playing. The exercises relax breathing, loosen body and arms, relax fingers and wrists, and raise the awareness of sound and intonation. All types of articulation are also covered at various levels of difficulty, making this book a valuable addition for students and professionals at every level.

German - English.

This volume contains more than 100 exercises and studies providing clarinettists with the opportunity to work systematically on the most important aspects of clarinet playing: articulation and phrasing .- dexterity of fingers .- sound control and melodic interpretation .- confidence in the use of different keys, times and ornaments.
The edition is the result of many years of teaching pupils of different performance levels, from beginners to advanced students. The volume is ideal for systematic work on technique and expression, but also for a thorough 'check-up'. A valuable addition to all clarinet lessons!