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Flute/Piccolo

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Melodious and Progressive Studies - Book II
rev. Robert Cavally;  Southern Music

For years, this has been the intermediate study book for flute. Book 1 contains a wealth of famous studies by such composers as Andersen, Gariboldi, Kohler and Terschak. Book 2 is a continuation of Book 1, including etudes by Kummer. For further technical and musical development, Book 3 features the work of Boehm, Kronke, Kohler and Mollerup.

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Oboe/English Horn


48 Famous Studies
Opus 31, W. Ferling, Rev. Albert Andraud; Southern Music

Contains 48 famous studies, 3 duos concertantes, 10 duos by Bernards and Trio for Two Oboes and English Horn by Beethoven.

 

 

 

 

Bassoon


Practical Method for Bassoon
Julius Weissenborn, W.F. Ambrosio; Carl Fischer

The "Bible" for bassoonists! This book is to bassoonists what the Arban book is to trumpet players, Klose to clarinet players, etc. A "must" for all serious bassoonists!

 

 

 

 

Clarinet-Eb/Bb Soprano


32 Etudes for Clarinet
C. Rose; Carl Fischer

A very standard, widely-used book of Medium to Advanced etudes for clarinet.

 

 

 

 

Clarinet-Alto/Bass/Contra


21 Foundation Studies for Alto and Bass Clarinet
ed. William E. Rhoads; Southern Music

21 (Twenty-One) Foundation Studies by William E. Rhoads. For Alto Clarinet, Bass Clarinet. Woodwind Solos & Ensembles - Alto Clarinet Music. Grade 4. Published by Southern Music Company (SO.B217).

 

 

 

Saxophone


27 Virtuoso Studies for Saxophone or Oboe
L. Bassi trans. Gerardo lasilli; Carl Fischer

The etudes in this book are in a variety of tempos, styles, and keys.

 

 

 

 

 

Trumpet


Complete Conservatory Method for Trumpet
J. B. Arban, ed. Edwin F. Goldman and Walter M. Smith; Carl Fischer

Contains: Arban's Original and Complete Method; The Art of Phrasing (150 Songs and Operatic Airs); 68 Duets for 2 Cornets; 14 Characteristic Studies; Numerous Fantasies and Other Solos. This is the famous Arban Method, comprising almost 400 pages. An absolute "must" for any serious trumpet student!  

 

 

 

French Horn


335 Melodious Progressive and Technical Studies for French Horn Book 1
Pottag and Andraud; Southern Music

A huge collection of workouts for the horn player by composers such as Artot, Bach, Kopprasch, Handel, Kling, Mozart, Haydn, Saint-Saens and more.  

 

 

 

 

Trombone


Selected Studies for Trombone
H. Voxman; Rubank, Inc.

Subtitled "Advanced Etudes, Scales and Arpeggios in All Major and All Minor Keys," this is an excellent source of intensive yet eminently enjoyable study for all high school musicians.

 

 

 

Bass Trombone


Concert Etudes for Tuba (or Bass Trombone)
David Uber; R. King Music/Alphonse Leduc & Co.

David Uber provides an excellent overview of his work in the preface of Concert Etudes for Tuba (or Bass Trombone). This edition is suitable for advanced tuba and bass trombone players and can be adapted for euphonium or baritone. Uber's preface also gives insight into his intentions regarding musical and technical interpretation that will be valuable tools for teachers, students, and performers.

 

 

Euphonium B.C.


Arban's Famous Method for Trombone
J. B. Arban, ed. Charles L. Randall and Simone Mantia; Carl Fischer

This is the famous Arban Method for trombone, which is a true standard in the study literature of all serious trombonists. Includes text, extensive exercises and studies, and 12 solos. 

 

 

 

Tuba


70 Studies for BBb Tuba Volume I
Vladislav Blazhevich; R. King Music

Melodic etudes at the medium/medium-advanced level by the noted Russian brass composer.  

 

 

 

 

 

Percussion

Percussionists must prepare each of the following instruments.

 

Snare Drum

Portraits in Rhythm
Anthony J. Cirone; Belwin

 

Timpani

The Solo Timpanist
Vic Firth; Carl Fischer

 

Keyboard

Modern School for Xylophone, Marimba, and Vibraphone
Morris Goldenberg; Chappell and Co.

 

Crash Cymbals

Orchestral Repertoire for Bass Drum and Cymbals
Raynor Carroll

 

Tambourine

Orchestral Repertoire for Tambourine, Triangle, and Castenets
Raynor Carroll

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