Synopses & Reviews
With the most extensive collection of examples and solutions for teaching and playing brass, and a formidable bibliography of literature and listening lists,
The Guide to Teaching Brass is the perfect resource for teachers of brass method.
The Guide is divided into two parts; the first dealing with basic pedagogical information pertaining to brass instruments generally, and the second addressing the history, methodology, and repertoire of each instrument individually. As a whole, the text provides a comprehensive resource that brass teachers and performers will refer to throughout their careers. In sum, The Guide is a brass methods text that will serve teachers and performers throughout their careers.
Description
Includes bibliographical references (p. ), discographies, and index.
Table of Contents
Part I: Characteristics Common to All Brass Instruments 1 General, Acoustical, and Intonation Considerations 2 Care of Instruments 3 Breathing an Breath Support 4 Embouchure 5 Articulation 6 Mouthpieces 7 Vibrato Part II: Individual Instruments 8 The Trumpet 9 The Horn 10 The Trombone 11 The Baritone Horn and Euphonium 12 The Tuba Appendix I: Exercises for Combined Brasses Appendix II: Brass Instruments of the Drum and Bugle Corps