Hear Read & Play 1 French Horn (Alto G Clef)

Hearing, reading & playing – the most complete method for wind players – has been published for thirteen different instruments in three parts, suitable for both group and individual lessons. This successful method has been compiled according to contemporary standards and requirements of music education and the associated exams. Each book is packed with ear training exercises, games, puzzles, tips, and interesting facts. The accompanying CDs provide extra fun.

In all three parts, Dr. Checkup is the mischievous guide who consistently provides students with useful information and tips. In part 3, he is joined by a certain Theodor Tonleiter.

Part 1 covers note values up to eighths in a limited range, as well as a number of accidentals. Attention is also paid to the most important auxiliary fingerings. The history of the instrument is described on a special page with beautiful illustrations.

In part 2, in addition to a rhythmic expansion to sixteenth notes and the introduction to the 6/8 time signature, a chromatic pitch expansion is on the program. Furthermore, each book highlights playing techniques and exercises tailored to the specific instrument. A page with new information about the instrument is again a valuable bonus.

In part 3, playing numerous pieces takes precedence, but new scales and intervals are also discussed, as well as Theodor Tonleiter's explanation of major and minor keys. Students learn to improvise over a chord progression. Furthermore, part 3 contains rhythmic development up to the most common and used combinations of note values. Interesting facts about the construction of the instrument are covered on a special page.

Author: Jaap Kastelein

Publisher: De Haske Publications - Publisher number: DHP 1012656-400- ISBN: 90-431-1268-2

Merk	De Haske Publications
Serie	Hear Read Play
Instrument	Alto horn