Rubank Advanced Method - Bassoon Volume 1 Book

Rubank Advanced Method - Bassoon Volume 1 Book 

A Fundamental Course For Individual Or Class Instruction

The "Rubank Advanced Method - Bassoon Volume 1 Book" is an essential resource for bassoon players who are committed to advancing their skills beyond the elementary and intermediate levels.

This method book is part of the esteemed Rubank Advanced Methods series, widely recognised as a benchmark in advanced instrumental education. It has been meticulously designed to provide a comprehensive and structured approach to mastering the bassoon, making it an invaluable asset for both individual and class instruction.

Here are the key components and features of this method book:

1. Scales and Arpeggios: Comprehensive coverage of all major and minor keys is a hallmark of this two-book course. It ensures that bassoonists develop proficiency in playing scales and arpeggios, which are fundamental for technical mastery and tonal control.

2. Melodic Interpretation: To nurture musicality and ensemble skills, this method book incorporates over 20 contest-level duets in each volume. Collaborative duet playing allows bassoonists to refine their interpretive abilities and enhance their capacity for musical communication.

3. Solo Preparation: Aspiring soloists will find six contest-level solos included in the book. These challenging compositions provide bassoon players with the opportunity to refine their solo performance skills and showcase their musicality.

4. Articulation Studies: Specialised articulation exercises are tailored to the unique requirements of the bassoon. These exercises focus on developing precision and clarity in playing.

5. Exercises in Fingering (Woodwinds), Flexibility (Brass), and Sticking (Percussion): While primarily intended for woodwind instruments like the bassoon, this method book is adaptable to a range of instrumentalists. It includes exercises in fingering for woodwinds, flexibility for brass, and sticking for percussion, catering to diverse musicians' needs.

6. Ornamentation: The method introduces various types of ornamentation, broadening the stylistic palette and expressive capabilities of bassoon players.

Bassoonists can rely on this method book to guide them in their pursuit of becoming accomplished musicians. It is a valuable resource for those dedicated to mastering the intricacies of this unique woodwind instrument. 72 pages. 

Song Titles Include:

• Adagio (Kalliwoda)
• Allegretto (Berr)
• Allegretto (Dotzauer)
• Allegretto (Ozi)
• Allegro (Hohmann)
• Allegro (Slama)
• Allegro (Dotzauer)
• Allegro Giusto (Weissenborn)
• Allegro Maestoso (Jancourt)
• Allegro Moderato (Ozi)
• Allegro Moderato (Jancourt)
• Allegro Moderato (Weissenborn)
• Andante (Weissenborn)
• Andante (Dotzauer)
• Andantino (Jancourt)
• Aria (Magic Flute) Mozart
• German Dance
• Herd Girl's Sunday,The (O.Bull)
• Leggiero E Semplice (Lefevre)
• Lento (Hohmann)
• Lento (Jancourt)
• Lento (Lefevre)
• Minuetto (Ozi)
• Moderato (Spohr)
• Moderato (Mazas)
• Old Hundred
• Poco Presto (Ozi)
• Romanze, Op. 227
• Sarabande (Corelli)
• Song Without Words, Op. 62, No. 6