Klarinet Archive - Posting 000991.txt from 1999/07

From: "Patricia Smith" <david-patty@-----.net>
Subj: Re: [kl] Technique in Younger Students
Date: Mon, 26 Jul 1999 09:33:50 -0400

Dear Jeff,

Some of the books I have used over the years are pretty basic, and are
easily available in most music stores.
I like the Rubank Advanced Books, Parts I and II. Not only are there
scales, but there are varied features for each key, which enables the
teaching of practical music theory. Duets for teacher and student also
feature prominently.
Additionally, I like the Rose thirty Two Etudes. They tend to alternate
speeds, with, primarily the odds on the slower side, and the evens quicker.
I also would suggest helping the student find scales, phrases, etc. and
pointing out how articulation and phrasing play their respective parts in
making music...The Kell Staccato Studies help with tonguing, and you can
always use only a small part of each one. The Kroepsch studies are also
good...Lazarus Part I & II and Langenus I & II might be ok for students who
don't mind making a sizable investment
Don't be afraid to get creative. I write my own short studies and exercises
targeting what needs to be worked on...also, one can make etudes out of one
single difficult phrase, or group of phrases...I always have to be careful
not to get carried away.
Have fun, and realize they will teach you, as well.

Patty Smith

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