Imagine someone who has worked as an international saxophonist, an educator, a technician, a consultant, and as a designer, and you can imagine Peter Ponzol. For the first time, Peter offers details from his famous Saxophone Workshops. Learn about: ' Maintenance ' Reeds ' Mouthpieces ' Ligatures ' Sound ' Flexibility This exciting and informational pocket book will be a much needed addition to your musical library! Convenient pocket-sized book - 3.5 x 5.5 - perfect to toss in your gig bag! 64 pages. Peter has been around saxophones for decades, doing it all from manufacturing horns to reeds to mouthpieces. As well, he is a seasoned player. What he discusses in this book is coming from one of the sources-read carefully! - David Liebman, Sax artist/ author/ clinician. Read this review from Sax On The Web: The information in this book is right up SOTW's alley, with answers regarding reeds, necks, mouthpieces, saxes, maintenance, and the like. I would assume that the number of redundant threads started could be reduced almost in half simply with a reading of this book and those owning it could refer back to it at their leisure, as needed. And there is enough info in this book which contradicts some of our SOTW urban legends to make an episode of MythBusters. If you catch the right posts at the right time, much of the info in this book is already posted here on SOTW. But you have to see it and if hunting for it, you have to find it. OTOH it's all conveniently gathered and organized here in this primer - plus more. There are suggestions such as replacing the neck cork once or twice a year, which I would, if posting a response, say is not necessary. But here's the difference. Many of us on the forum are experienced musicians but few have the experience and depth that Ponzol has. We can write with credibility - Ponzol writes with authority. And this is based on decades not only as a top-echelon player, but as a successful and innovative sax, neck and mpc designer. The book is a 61 page pocket reference booklet which, in addition to topics mentioned above, include thoughts on ligatures, sound and flexibility. It is based on items of interest asked by attendees at workshops he has given over the years, hence the title. He begins by pointing out that at these workshops one of the first things he does is look at the condition of attendees' equipment with the observation that at least 90% of them need some kind of work and adjustments. What follows in the book's 61 pages are recommendations generated by this observation. Included are interesting comments such as: aging store-bought reeds by letting them sit for several years is fairly useless since the aging process stops once the bark has been cut away from the reed; not earth-shattering but interesting and certainly myth debunking. Again something that fits right in with many of the conversations on this forum. Interesting thoughts follow regarding the future of natural cane reeds, or how to select and get the most from your reeds - things I wouldn't think of like sanding the heel of your reed. SOTWers might also get a kick out of, and relate to, the title of his section on mouthpieces, 'Now the Fun Begins'. There are also interesting side comments we don't often hear like: in the 70s so many young players like Ponzol were trying to get Trane's recorded sound by working on metal Links because that's what they saw in photos and yet, Trane often recorded with hard rubber mpcs because, in Trane's opinion, it didn't have as much spit in the sound for him. It's interesting how some things come around back to you. There are two exercises I recommend to my students and have recommended on the forum regarding volume and embouchure control and flexibility. I've never heard anyone else recommend these exercises and yet here they are in Peter's book. Then it hit me. The only other one I know who uses them is a former teacher of mine and I remembered that years ago he said he had had some lessons with Ponzol. So 'the circle is unbroken' LOL. I would highly recommend it for beginners and intermediates, as well as for more advanced players to recommend to their students. It has made me re-think even some of my most basic assumptions regarding equipment and maintenance, which has made the read well worth it. I wish every SOTW newbie would start out their Forum time with this booklet at their disposal.

J. S. Bach's Six Cello Suites are some of his most frequently performed and recognisable solo compositions. Here the six suites have been meticulously transcribed for the Saxophone, adapting articulation, double stops and octave shifts to mimic the Cello as much as possible. / Saxophone

A professor of jazz studies at Western Michigan University, Kynaston lays a foundation necessary before the saxophone student can venture very far into jazz. Scales, arpeggios, tonguing, and playing in tune are essentials covered here in a manner that should lead to ease in using the language of jazz.

Par LONDEIX JEAN-MARIE. '...Après le premier cahier à l'usage des débutants, le second vise à rendre séduisante l'étude progressive du saxophone alto, soucieux d'insuffler aux élèves des accoutumances de travail efficientes et attentif à la divergence de leurs aptitudes respectives. Les problèmes du phrasé et de l'accentuation y sont abordés au même titre que ceux d'articulation et de respiration. Réfutant la sécheresse et l'aridité, il consiste en une série de textes brefs, judicieusement gradués en leur diversité, nantis d'annotations adéquates - les uns sont empruntés à bon escient au folklore, les autres adaptés avec discernement des thèmes de Maîtres du passé ou conçus spécifiquement par des compositeurs contemporains sollicités à cette fin. La préoccupation d'une base technique indispensable n'exclut guère celle de la musicalité toujours en éveil, en cet ouvrage élaboré sous le double signe du scrupule et de la clairvoyance... ' René Bernier En composant cet ouvrage, l'auteur a cherché avant tout à faire du jeune élève non seulement un saxophoniste mais encore un musicien. Sa seconde préoccupation a été de l'amener le plus agréablement possible, et si jeune soit-il, à 'posséder' son instrument - par exemple, à pouvoir jouer un texte nouveau en première lecture, sinon en seconde. Pour cela, les 'formules de mécanisme' susceptibles de l'aider à s'affranchir rapidement des premières difficultés propres au saxophone (sans omettre les difficultés de lecture) n'ont pas été ménagées. De même que pour le premier cahier et tenant toujours compte des possibilités actuelles des jeunes écoliers, chaque leçon correspond, en principe, à une semaine de travail et le cahier au degré 'Préparatoire'. A titre d'exemple, il est proposé pour chaque séance de musique: 5 à 10 minutes de Sons Filés et Sons Droits, 10 à 15 minutes de Gammes, 10 à 15 minutes de Formules de Mécanisme et 5 à 10 minutes de morceau - version anglaise: Playing the Saxophone - Editions Henry Lemoine - version allemande: Saxophone Spielend Leicht - Schulz (Fribourg) - version italienne: Il Sassofono nella nuovo didattica - Ed. Berben - version espagnole: Saxofon Ameno - Real Musical (Madrid) / Niveau : Assez Facile / méthode - études / Méthode / Saxophone

La collection Omnibook propose aux musiciens de jazz une collection ultime pour apprendre les classiques des maîtres avec des transcriptions exactes note à note. Cette dernière publication de l'Omnibook permet aux instrumentistes en Sib et en Mib de jouer la musique de certaines des plus grandes icônes du jazz au saxophone de tous les temps et propose 53 chansons transcrites exactement à partir de solos enregistrés par des artistes tels que Cannonball Adderley, John Coltrane, Stan Getz, Joe Henderson, Jackie McLean, Gerry Mulligan, Charlie Parker, Sonny Rollins, et bien d'autres encore ! Titres inclus : All the Things You Are - Anthropology - Body and Soul - Cherokee (Indian Love Song) - Donna Lee - A Foggy Day (In London Town) - Frenesí - Georgia on My Mind - I Can't Give You Anything but Love - I Remember You - Just One of Those Things - Lester Leaps In - Lover Man (Oh, Where Can You Be ') - Luck Be a Lady - Mood Indigo - Seven Come Eleven - Take Five - Walk on By - What a Little Moonlight Can Do - et bien d'autres encore. La reliure spirale permet une ouverture à plat pour les répétitions ou les concerts ! All The Things You Are Alone Together Angel Eyes Anthropology Bags' Groove Bernie's Tune Body And Soul Cherokee (Indian Love Song) Cotton Tail Donna Lee Emily Everything Happens To Me Flying Home A Foggy Day (In London Town) Footprints Frenesí Georgia On My Mind Giant Steps Ginger Bread Boy Groovin' High Hot House I Can't Give You Anything But Love I Hadn't Anyone Till You I Love Paris I Remember Clifford I Remember You I'm Old Fashioned Idaho Inner Urge Jam For Bobbie Just One Of Those Things Lester Leaps In Line For Lyons Lover Man (Oh, Where Can You Be') Luck Be A Lady Lulu's Back In Town Mood Indigo My Melancholy Baby My One And Only Love Oh, Lady Be Good! Oleo On A Slow Boat To China Quiet Nights Of Quiet Stars (Corcovado) Ramblin' Recorda Me St. Thomas Seven Come Eleven Take Five Turnaround Undecided Walk On By What A Little Moonlight Can Do Work Song / Instrument en mib / Hal Leonard

Par O'NEILL JOHN. These methods provide complete courses for players off all ages, guiding students from their first note to 'classics', together with compositions by contemporary writers. Each book is accompanied by high quality rhythm section tracks recorded on compact disc. Right from the start, students can enjoy authentic jazz sounds, playing in the company of professionals. With step-by-step instruction and a progression of specially written pieces, the fundamental elements of good technique are introduced alongside the rhythmic subtleties of jazz. Improvisation is encouraged from an early stage and is given direction through the systematic study of scales and arpeggios and advice on ear-training and chord patterns. With supplementary suggestions for listening and reading, and an Appendix containing all the chord progressions for 'live' accompaniment of the tunes, 'The Jazz Methods' are ideally suited to both students working alone and those learning with a teacher. 'John O'Neill has a solid understanding of jazz and how it can be taught. I highly recommend his educational jazz materials.' (Jamey Aebersold) '...a rare opportunity for a new player (or a more experienced one) to develop a really musical facility. A rare addition to the jazz improvising library.' (Lee Konitz, international jazz saxophone soloist) The Saxophone is, for many, the instrument of jazz and there is an enormous and exciting repertoire waiting to be explored by newcomers to the instrument. 'The Jazz Method for Saxophone' will guide beginners of all ages from producing their first note on the saxophone to the performance of full-blown jazz pieces, including 'classics' by Thelonious Monk, Charlie Parker, Sonny Rollins and Horace Silver, as well as contributions from leading contemporary jazz players and composers. Backing for all the music-specially recorded for this method is provided on the accompanying CD so that, right from the start, student saxophonists can enjoy an authentic jazz sound, playing in the company of a top-class rhythm section (bass, guitar, drums) used later to support first attempts at improvisation. With step by step instruction and a progression of specially written pieces, the fundamental elements of good saxophone technique-breath control, tone-production, embouchure, tonguing and fingerings-are introduced alongside the rhythmic subtleties of jazz (for example, 'swung' and syncopated rhythms). Improvisation is encouraged from an early stage, given direction through the systematic study of scales and arpeggios and advice on ear-training and chord patterns. With additional information on practical matters such as choosing reeds and earing for the instrument, as well as supplementary suggestions for listening and reading, 'The Jazz Method for Saxophone' is ideally suited both to students working alone and those learning with a teacher. / Méthode / Recueil / Saxophone

Technique - Style - Improvisation. Par O'NEILL JOHN. Since it was first published in 1992, The Jazz Method for Saxophone has guided thousands of beginners of all ages from producing their first note on the saxophone to the performance of full-blown jazz pieces, including pieces by contemporary composers. Based on the tried and tested format of the original method (with step-by-step guidance and a number of pieces specially written for this series), the revised edition is packed with updated content. It also comes complete with exciting new tunes, re-recorded audio tracks and over 2 hours of demo tracks available as free MP3 downloads. Now there is also a greater emphasis on the development of improvisational and listening skills. Thanks to additional suggestions for listening and reading as well as an appendix with all chord sequences for the 'live' accompaniment of the melodies, the 'Jazz Methods' are ideal for both pupils studying by themselves and for pupils learning with a teacher. '...a rare opportunity for a new player (or a more experienced one) to develop a really musical facility. A rare addition to the jazz improvising library.' (Lee Konitz, international jazz saxophone soloist) / Date parution : 2024-01-26/ Méthode / Saxophone

Beginning intermediate LevelJazz Phrasing for Saxophone features ten melodic pieces which are easy to play, yet convey the essence of mainstream (Swing/Bebop/Bossa) jazz vocabulary. The pieces are catchy and melodic, demonstrating the use of sequence and voice-leading to make a musical statement.The book includes two play-along CDs (one for alto and one for tenor) featuring a world-class rhythm section, plus Greg Fishman demonstrating each piece. In addition, there are play-along tracks with just the rhythm section, so students have the option of playing along with Greg Fishman or with just the rhythm section.Jazz Phrasing for Saxophone is the prequel to Greg Fishman's more advanced books, Jazz Saxophone Etudes and Jazz Saxophone Duets, and will provide valuable insights into a melodic approach to jazz improvisation. This book is recommended for saxophonists of all levels who wish to improve their tone, articulation, phrasing, and understanding of thematic development.

Take the lead is an integrated series for alto saxophone, clarinet, flute, piano, tenor saxophone, trumpet and violin. In each edition all of the songs are in the same key at concert pitch, allowing the different instruments to play together. Chord symbols are included at concert pitch for use by piano or guitar.\'Take the Lead 90s Hits\' features idiomatic arrangements of 90s pop classics offering fun repertoire that young instrumentalists will love to play. Students have a choice of playing along with CD, Piano or Guitar and all pieces are fully integrated with arrangements for other instruments in the series, making this the ideal resource for school bands and small ensembles. Used as a solo book these pieces will encourage technical progression and confidence in playing. Ideal pieces for performance, or just for fun.Contents: Air That I Breathe; Angels; Frozen; How Do I Live; I Don\'t Want To Miss A Thing; I\'ll Be There For You; My Heart Will Go On; Something About The Way You Look Tonight

Par MOZART WOLFGANG AMADEUS. serie šEl Saxofón en los Clásicos› para la clase colectiva de conjunto instrumental.Transcripción y adaptación: Manuel Miján El objetivo de esta colección es dotar a los saxofonistas en general, y a los estudiante de saxofón en particular, de un material selecto que permita la comprensión y posterior profundización didáctica en los distintos estilos musicales con la particades propias e inherentes a cada uno de ellos./ Répertoire / Saxophone

para Sexteto de Saxofones. Par PALESTRINA GIOVANNI PIERLUIGI DA. serie šEl Saxofón en los Clásicos› para la clase colectiva de conjunto instrumental.Transcripción y adaptación: Manuel Miján El objetivo de esta colección es dotar a los saxofonistas en general, y a los estudiante de saxofón en particular, de un material selecto que permita la comprensión y posterior profundización didáctica en los distintos estilos musicales con la particades propias e inherentes a cada uno de ellos. / Musique religieuse / Répertoire / Saxophone

Par CIMAROSA DOMENICO. serie šEl Saxofón en los Clásicos› para la clase colectiva de conjunto instrumental.Transcripción y adaptación : Manuel Miján El objetivo de esta colección es dotar a los saxofonistas en general, y a los estudiante de saxofón en particular, de un material selecto que permita la comprensión y posterior profundización didáctica en los distintos estilos musicales con la particades propias e inherentes a cada uno de ellos. / Classique / Répertoire / Saxophone