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Elementary Methods
Posted: Wed Feb 03, 2021 1:14 pm
by mmatisoff
What is the best elementary method book for learning baritone?
Re: Elementary Methods
Posted: Wed Feb 03, 2021 2:28 pm
by jtm
In case it makes a difference, is this as a first instrument (need to learn music reading and all that, too), or for picking up baritone after playing something else?
Re: Elementary Methods
Posted: Wed Feb 03, 2021 5:08 pm
by mmatisoff
I've been playing the Bb soprano and bass clarinet for years. I play the Rose Etudes for clarinet. I'm looking for etudes for baritone and euphonium.
Re: Elementary Methods
Posted: Wed Feb 03, 2021 6:30 pm
by Three Valves
mmatisoff wrote: ↑Wed Feb 03, 2021 5:08 pm
I've been playing the Bb soprano and bass clarinet for years. I play the Rose Etudes for clarinet. I'm looking for etudes for baritone and euphonium.
Are there bass clarinet etudes in bass clef??
Re: Elementary Methods
Posted: Wed Feb 03, 2021 6:49 pm
by mmatisoff
No. The bass clarinet is an octave lower the Bb soprano so it is usually written in treble clef. I can, however, play it in the bass clef. I'm familiar with both clefs.
Re: Elementary Methods
Posted: Wed Feb 03, 2021 8:46 pm
by Pauvog1
Considering you read already, Rubanks intermediate and advanced methods would work. Then transition to Rochut etudes. After that seek out tools for your specific needs (range, technique, flexibility, etc.)