40 Progressive Duets for Saxophones-Philip Sparke’s Skilful Duets is the second volume of a progressive series of duet books that takes the young wind player from beginner to accomplished musician. Following on from the first book in the series (Starter Duets) this collection generally contains longer pieces suitable for the developing young musician. Specifically tailored for each instrument Skilful Duets introduces the concept of phrasing by suggesting suitable breathing points and takes the player into new keys with extended instrument ranges; the concept of tempo and style indications is also introduced. Skilful Duets provides invaluable additional material to complement any teaching method.

40 Seiten Book Ordernummer 07076 16 easy duets for saxophone or other instruments in the same key. This compilation containing 16 easy duets for saxophone or other instruments in the same key are based on the 12-bar blues, one of the cornerstones of modern popular music of northamerican origin. The duets feature grooves and riffs characteristic of different styles for the players to get familiar with the most essential basic vocabulary of jazz, swing, rock, funk, boogie and other genres. Duets No. 1, 3, 5, 8, 9, 10, 11, 13 and 14 are compatible with the versions for Bb clarinet provided that they are played on the alto saxophone.