One of the most widely used series of methods for individual or like-instrument class instruction. Using a very well-rounded approach including scales, arpeggios, technical studies, studies for musicianship, articulation studies, solos, duets, and studies devoted to the special needs of each instrument, this series provides a fantastic wealth of material for all student musicians.
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(Bass clef in C)
An outlined course of study designed to follow the elementary and intermediate levels of any instructional method, the Rubank Advanced Methods are considered to be one of the gold standards of advanced instrumental study. The specially designed units provide a complete pedagogy:
• Scales and Arpeggios All of the major and minor keys are covered in the complete two-book course
• Melodic Interpretation Including 20+ contest level duets in each book
• Solo Preparation Six contest level solos included
• Articulation Studies Specialized for each instrument
• Exercises in Fingering (woodwinds), Flexibility (brass) and Sticking (percussion)
• Ornamentation All types are introduced
Generations of musicians have been taught with Rubank methods – join the tradition!
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| List | $9.99 |
(Bass clef in C)
An outlined course of study designed to follow the elementary and intermediate levels of any instructional method, the Rubank Advanced Methods are considered to be one of the gold standards of advanced instrumental study. The specially designed units provide a complete pedagogy:
• Scales and Arpeggios All of the major and minor keys are covered in the complete two-book course
• Melodic Interpretation Including 20+ contest level duets in each book
• Solo Preparation Six contest level solos included
• Articulation Studies Specialized for each instrument
• Exercises in Fingering (woodwinds), Flexibility (brass) and Sticking (percussion)
• Ornamentation All types are introduced
Generations of musicians have been taught with Rubank methods – join the tradition!
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| List | $9.99 |
78 Studies for Tuba was composed by Boris Grigoriev (1906-1978), a Russian trombonist who trained many professional tuba players. Requiring some mature technical knowledge, these etudes would benefit to advanced students to professional players. Quite lyrical and with a strong Russian influence, these studies have a low register work and cover all keys, moving progressively to sharps and flats. Really enjoyed by tubists, these are a must-have for serious tuba players who want to improve the quality of their sonority and their technique.
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Easy Improvisation is a great way to learn the basics of improvising, on your own, with friends, or with the whole band! Musicians are given guidance to play along in parts, to play along with written-out solos, or to improvise on their own. The audio tracks include demonstration of the music on the page, or just the background rhythms and chords. 30 different styles are included: rock 'n' roll, hip-hop, jazz, EDM, country, Bossa Nova, calypso, cha-cha, reggae, and more. Use sample solos and other tips to start improvising today!
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For many years, tuba players have been offered a limited selection of etude books to work on sound and technique. Even though the previous books offer an excellent source for developing these musical elements in various keys and intervals, many of them lack quality musical content over a range of styles. This book provides the advanced tuba player with music in a variety of styles written specifically for the tuba by modern composers.
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This is the first in a three-volume series of progressive studies that take the young player from a beginner to an accomplished musician. Each volume is specifically tailored to that instrument and carefully introduces new musical elements such as articulation, dynamics and key signatures in a structured progression to speed the learning process.
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This is the second volume in a progressive series of three study books that takes the young player from beginner to accomplished musician. It is carefully tailored for each instrument and introduces the concept of phrasing by suggesting suitable breathing point and takes the player into new keys with extended instrumental ranges.
Also available: Starter Studies (Volume 1) – 44004898-44004907; Super Studies (Volume 3) – 44005082-44005090
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Revised Edition
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This course places the maximum emphasis on the early development of musicianship. From the beginning it introduces the student to a wide range of music, including works by leading contemporary composers.
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