SKU: HL.48180688

UPC: 888680906078. 9.0x12.0x0.132 inches.

With many studies for the oboe in print, Gillet's Method for the Beginning of the Oboe is set apart by the significant experience of the composer which informs the compilation. During the preface, in which Gillet writes to his pupils, he describes the need for studies to deal with the typical problems that beginners to the oboe face. His exercises cover a wide range of techniques essential to progression on the oboe. Moreover, Method for the Beginning of the Oboe also contains a clear, helpful fingering chart, comprising a huge 80 fingerings. The vast variety of studies and fingering chart combined create an essential book for beginner oboists.

SKU: HL.48181326

UPC: 888680867447. 9.0x12.0x0.162 inches.

“French oboist, Henri Brod (1799-1839) was a performer, composer and instrument builder during the early Romantic era. Considered a virtuoso, Brod's compilation, Studies and Sonatas for Oboe is very well-informed. Brod introduced his own innovations in Oboe design and playing techniques, both which are still used to this day. The first volume of Studies and Sonatas for Oboe comprises 40 easy studies and 6 progressive sonatas for beginner to intermediate level oboists. These are in a variety of keys and address features, including different rhythms, scales, breath control, phrasing, articulation, ornamentation, accidentals, simple and compound time signatures, range, performance directions, and dynamics, among other aspects. Brod's wealth of experience and expertise which enabled the composition of Studies and Sonatas for Oboe make it an essential purchase for aspiring players of the instrument.”.

SKU: HL.48188519

UPC: 888680876067. 9.75x12.5 inches.

“French composer, Pierre Ancelin (1934-2001) studied at the conservatories of Aix-en-Provence, Marseille, and later, under Olivier Messiaen at the Paris Conservatoire. His Scrubland is an exciting collection of five pieces for Oboe and Piano. Ancelin is particularly remembered for founding the National Union of Composers of Music, along with Jolivet, Lesuer and Sauguet. The five pieces in Scrubland are suitable for beginner to intermediate level oboists. Each of the five pieces contain a variety of musical features. For all aspiring oboists, Ancelin's Scrubland is a delightful compilation.&rdquo.

SKU: HL.48180818

UPC: 888680853068. 9x12 inches.

The Techniques of the Oboe, Sonority and Mechanism by Louis Bleuzet is a method for oboe, using the rational study of the scale. This first volume for beginners includes the following topics: 1. Scales 2. Mechanism 3. Sonority 4. Articulations 5. Trills. The two other volumes focus on: Scales in third, Mechanism, Scales in fourths, Mechanism, Whole tone scales, Chromatic scale, Arpeggios and Staccato. Louis Bleuzet (1874-1941) was a French oboist and a professor at the Paris Conservatoire.

SKU: BT.DHP-1023238-400

ISBN 9789043115988. English.

Edited by acclaimed educator Philip Sparke, these exciting method book/CD packs for beginners contain songs, music puzzles, games to increase your understanding of music, information about your instrument, and lots of fun pieces to play - either with the CD provided or with other students. Books include helpful diagrams and fun illustrations throughout.