SKU: HL.48186494

In one complete volume, Hyacinthe Klose (1808-1880), a virtuoso wind player of his day, provides 72 pages of detailed, progressive exercises and studies for the Saxophone. Methode Complete pour tous les Saxophones is essential to all saxophonists seeking to improve their technique on the instrument. Klose's book focuses on elements including the mechanics of the instrument, lips and tuning, phrasing, intervals, scales, chromaticism and chords among other musical aspects. Moreover, Methode Complete pour tous les Saxophones also contains finger exercises, technical exercises, and short pieces, as well as a detailed fingering chart and labelled diagram of the instrument. It is stated in the introduction that this Klose book was compiled as a response to the considerable evolution of the instrument at the time. With notes in French and English, and with the book being adaptable to all Saxophones, Methode Complete pour tous les Saxophones is versatile and crucial to the progress of any Saxophone player..

SKU: HL.48186521

UPC: 888680795870. 9.0x12.0x0.104 inches.

French clarinetist and composer, Hyacinthe Klose (1808-1880) is predominantly known for his design improvements to woodwind instruments. However, his passion for the musical family is also apparent in his aids to the learning of the instruments, as in this book, 25 Etudes de Mecanism for Saxophones. This Klose study book covers technical aspects of the Saxophone, including articulation, breath control, rhythm, range and dynamics, among other elements. Compiled by a musician who had a clear enthusiasm for woodwind, 25 Etudes de Mecanism for Saxophones is clearly thought-out and assembled..

SKU: FH.WS1

ISBN 978-1-55440-550-3.

Unparalleled in scope, this groundbreaking series for E_Alto and B_Tenor offers a single collection of Repertoire and supporting materials written or arranged specifically for saxophone. With Repertoire spanning from the Baroque to contemporary eras, Recordings, Etudes, Technique, and Orchestral Excerpts, this comprehensive series serves as a balanced and organized pedagogical resource from the beginner to advanced levels of study. Nine progressive volumes of Repertoire expose students to original works and arrangements of diverse styles from W.A. Mozart to Violet Archer, with selected works by notable jazz artist Paul Desmon (Take Five), and living composer Phil Woods. Each level provides opportunities to explore Baroque, Classical, Romantic, and contemporary works, with original, unaccompanied selections from Levels 5 through 8 that use extended techniques such as multiphonics, key clicks, and bisbigliando. Earlier works pre-dating the origin of the saxophone have been carefully arranged with consideration of the unique quality of the instrument. Exposure to these works help to develop musicianship and an understanding of tonality, creating well-rounded and versatile performers. Selections written for both E_Alto and B_Tenor include piano accompaniments that function with both instruments.
Eb Saxophone:

Rhythmic Repertoire:
What Is Beauty but a Breath? - Thomas Greaves, arr. Kathleen Wood
Great Scott - Lennie Niehaus
Cielito Lindo - Quirino Mendoza y Cortes
Horseshoe Shuffle - Beverley Calland
Here Comes the Parade! - Nova Pon
Theme and Variations - Aleksandr Glazunov, arr. Mark Mrozinski
Galloping Across the Prairies - Sean Clarke
Lyrical Repertoire:
Ave Verum Corpus, K 618 - Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, arr. Jason Gray
Moonglow - Pam Wedgwood
Calm as the Night (Still wie die Nacht), op. 326, no. 27 - Carl Bohm, arr. Christine Donkin
Gymnopedie No. 2 - Erik Satie, arr. Jason Noble

Bb Saxophone:

Rhythmic Repertoire:
The Sidewalks of New York - Charles B. Lawlor, arr. Forrest Kinney
Sweet Betsy from Pike - American folk song, arr. Christine Donkin
Minuet in D minor, BWV Anh. 132 - attr. Johann Sebastian Bach, arr. Jason Noble
Lyrical Repertoire:
A Joyous Tune - Sigurd Rascher
Londonderry Air - Irish folk song, arr. Forrest Kinney
Good News! (Nouvelle agreable!) - 18th-century French carol, arr. Akiko and Forrest Kinney.

SKU: FH.S40

ISBN 978-1-55440-658-6.

The Official Syllabi of The Royal Conservatory are essential for teachers preparing students for examinations. Students and their parents will also benefit from the information presented in these helpful resource books. The syllabi include information about application procedures and marking systems for The Royal Conservatory Examinations, technical requirements and listings of a wide range of repertoire for each level of study, and comprehensive bibliographies of music texts and reference books.