Born in France Apollon Barret (1804-1879) is predominantly remembered as a notable Professor of Oboe at the Royal Academy of Music in London and for his popular collection Méthode Complète de Hautbois. The third volume in this series contains up-to-date technical studies and expansive exercises with focus given to expression style ornamentation and harmonics. Each exercise and study comprises detailed notes in English French German and Spanish making for a highly versatile book. Moreover since its publication Méthode Complète de Hautbois has been widely used by Oboe teachers all overthe world. For all serious and aspiring oboists Barret's Méthode Complète de Hautbois is essential to progression on the instrument.

This book contains a mix of fifteen pieces in classical and popularstyles varying from songs suitable for parties to pieces suitable forformal gatherings. A play-along CD is included so you always have abacking band at hand.

Part of the Anglo Music Play-Along Series, Philip Sparke?s 15 Easy Christmas Carols is aimed at the young instrumentalist who can play just over an octave. Specifically tailored to suit the individual instrument, this book introduces the beginning player to the world?s most popular Christmas tunes by selecting simple yet attractive melodies that fit their limited range. This book will provide invaluable additional material to complement any teaching method and includes both piano accompaniment and a demo/play-along CD.