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Music Suggestion Requested

Author: George L Smyth
Date: 2002-12-03 17:08

A little over a year ago I started to pick up where I left off about 30 years back and have been practicing frimarily from techniques books. Although I do like the ones I am using, I think that it is time that I took the next step and started working on some solo pieces.

I would rate myself in the midpoint of an intermediate player, which means that I can play most of what is put in front of me with practice, but without consistancy.

I am looking for recommendations of music (and perhaps where I can purchase it) for solo clarinet that an intermediate player can work on. I've started looking at a few things at the local music store, but was wondering if some of the more experienced folks could offer their suggestions.

Thanks -

george

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RE: Music Suggestion Requested

Author: Meri
Date: 2002-12-03 18:18

There's three books you might want to look at.

Master Solos, Intermediate Level, ed. Raymond Kirelis
Rubank Book of Clarinet Solos, Intermediate Level
Solos for the Clarinet Player/ ed. Arthur Christmann

I especially like the first two; the last is probably more for a late intermediate player.

Meri

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RE: Music Suggestion Requested

Author: Rob
Date: 2002-12-04 01:53

Some good suggestions Meri! Try also "In Modo Triste" by Eugene E. Babcock. It's short, and is a great piece to work on rhythm. Also try the Finzi "Five Bagatelles." A great piece of music. If you are still at an intermediate level, I would avoid #5. There is much rep. out there for intermediate players, so keep looking. I believe this website also has a database in which you can order music online.

Rob

btw Hi back Meri!

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RE: Music Suggestion Requested

Author: d dow
Date: 2002-12-04 13:13

Try the Tartini/Jacob Concertino
or Handel Depeyer Sonata published by Boosey and Hawkes

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RE: Music Suggestion Requested

Author: George L Smyth
Date: 2002-12-04 16:55

Thanks for the ideas. I will take them with me to the music store this weekend.

Cheers -

george

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RE: Music Suggestion Requested

Author: Micaela
Date: 2002-12-05 01:00

http://www.woodwind.org/clarinet/Study/Literature.html
Look at "Solo Works for the Novice."

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