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Author: Lisa L
Date: 2001-12-05 01:57
Hi All,
How would one describe the objective(s) in the Klose book(s)? I've heard of the book, but I am curious to know what its objectives are.
Thanks!
Lisa
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Author: ron b
Date: 2001-12-05 07:07
The objective is to expand your knowledge and improve your playing ability through systematic practice of written exercises.
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Author: GBK
Date: 2001-12-05 08:11
Klose (1808-1880) published his Method for Clarinet in 1843 (1844?) as the first tutor for the new patented Boehm system clarinet. It has been reprinted and reused by generations of clarinetists ever since that time...GBK
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Author: Ed
Date: 2001-12-05 12:22
Very thorough development of clarinet technique. I have used it with many students. If you were to get through this book, you would be quite a good player.
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Author: Brenda Siewert
Date: 2001-12-05 13:28
I also use the book in my personal practice times, and it is an excellent study. New ones are available through Barnes and Noble's website if you want to purchase one.
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Author: Wes
Date: 2001-12-06 03:22
It is still the best basic book for taking a student from beginner to advanced player, even today. It is a lifetime study book that never gets out of day and very inexpensive at about $20 for the complete method. My bound volume from 1948 is pretty much worn out so I bought a new one.
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Author: Lisa L
Date: 2001-12-06 04:46
Could the Klose be used along with the Rose etudes? Is the Klose book made up of scales/etudes/exercises?
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Author: GBK
Date: 2001-12-06 05:21
Lisa....The answer to both of your questions is yes.
The Klose book is a very comprehensive method used by practically every clarinetist throughout their life. If you were not aware, it contains duets as well. The book is designed to focus on each of the various aspects of clarinet technique; the result being a well-rounded player.
The Rose studies (32, 40, or 20 grand studies) are commonly used by many teachers in conjunction with the Klose book, as these focus on other aspects of playing.
The Klose book, however does not touch on 20th century style and techniques, therefore most teachers will also find a suitable text which will supplement the above...GBK
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Author: Robert Small
Date: 2001-12-06 18:42
Another benefit of the Klose: if you get vols. I and II in one book you can develope good upper body strength just by carrying it around.
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Author: GBK
Date: 2001-12-06 18:50
Robert...Actually the Lazarus complete "Method for Clarinet" would be the better choice...It's more than 100 pages larger than Klose...GBK
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Author: Lisa L
Date: 2001-12-06 22:17
I've worked out of the Lazarus book, Baermann, Rose 40, and now Rose 32. What other good books are there, besides Klose?
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Author: Katfish
Date: 2001-12-07 00:45
Lisa ; There are 5 volumes of Baermann plus the Langenus, 10 parts to the Perrier ,JeanJean, Bitsch, Uhl, Thurston, and Cavallini to name just a few.
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Author: Lisa L
Date: 2001-12-07 10:26
I also have worked out of the Cavallini... but I see I have missed a lot! Thanks!!
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Author: Katfish
Date: 2001-12-07 12:14
Lisa: Of the books I mentioned, the two I highly recommend are Baermann 4 and the Fredrick Thurston Passage Studies in three Volumes. They are both technically challenging, yet are musically interesting and fun to play. You will not be bored. Good luck.
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Author: Lisa L
Date: 2001-12-07 14:37
Katfish: I have not heard of the Fredrick THurston Passage Studies before. Are these studies of German origin? The name sounds Germanic. Anyway, in regards to the Baermann, I believe done volume 3 (or 1?) with the scale exercises. What sorts of things are in the Thurston Passage Studies and in Baermann 4? Thanks!
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Author: Katfish
Date: 2001-12-07 16:36
Lisa: The Thurston studies are English. Each study is based on a famous passage from a piece in orchestra literature. For example one study is based on Shostakovich's Age of Gold Ballet.Frederick Thurston was a famous english clarinet player. There is even an english clarinet quartet that is called the Thurston clarinet quartet. The Baermann studies are not at all like part three. They are much like the Rose studies, except even more melodic. There, are or at least were, piano accompanyments available for each etude.I think you will enjoy either of these books, they are very musical and technically challenging plus fun to play.
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Author: Lisa L
Date: 2001-12-07 19:42
Katfish: Thanks for the advice. I'm certainly going to check into these books. How do you find the Cavallini etudes? I only did a few of them once; I found them to be a little more technically challenging than the Rose etudes.
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