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Rose and Kroepsch

Author: Micaela
Date: 2001-02-24 00:14

What are the comparative merits and shortcomings of these sets of etudes? This is a recurring argument between me and another clarinetist in my orchestra- he insists Kroepsch and the Voxman/Rubank Advanced are the best, I go by Rose and bits of the Baermann division III. I'm curious- the Kroepsch studies are only one line long and he plays them so slowly that they aren't terribly difficult.

I know that most people learn Rose and Baermann, but I've never heard of Kroepsch before. Has anyone studied his etudes?

Thanks,
Micaela

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RE: Rose and Kroepsch

Author: John Gibson (the other one)
Date: 2001-02-24 16:23

I enjoyed using the Kroepsch as a study book and later as a warm-up book. The short studies allow for concentration on particular technical aspects. Plus, they are tuneful and musically fulfilling (as are the Rose, of course). My teacher at the time, Tiny Heinrich, made them sound like concertos. Playing them slow is a good idea, but fast is challenging. I also liked being forced into working in difficult key signatures. Come to think of it, I would like to find my old book and run through some again!

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RE: Rose and Kroepsch

Author: someone
Date: 2001-02-24 20:21

while studying w/ greg raden, he had me slowly go over the kroepsh book, alot. Working on them slowly helps build a foundation of how you approach notes in general. Rose is of course essential, it is up to the student or player as to how much they want to practice each of these books. Don't jus choose one book, take advantage of both!

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