Publication NameSaxophone, How It Works : a Practical Guide to Saxophone Ownership
SubjectHistory & Criticism, Instruction & Study / General, Musical Instruments / Woodwinds, Teaching Methods & Materials / Arts & Humanities
Publication Year2024
TypeTextbook
AuthorMichael J. Pagliaro
Subject AreaMusic, Education
FormatTrade Paperback
Dimensions
Item Height0.3 in
Item Weight11.5 Oz
Item Length11 in
Item Width8.3 in
Additional Product Features
Intended AudienceScholarly & Professional
LCCN2024-003345
TitleLeadingThe
Dewey Edition23
IllustratedYes
Dewey Decimal788.719
Table Of ContentTable of Contents Acknowledgments Introduction 1. What Are the Parts of My Saxophone? 2. How Does My Saxophone Work? 3. What are The Different Kinds of saxophones? 4. How are Saxophones Made? 5. How do I Take Care of My Saxophone? 6. How Should I Plan My Practice Session ? 7. A Survey of The History of Woodwind Instruments 8. What Items (Accessories) Will I Need to Help Me Play My Saxophone? Appendix The Science of Sound Glossary of Woodwind Instruments Dictionary of Saxophone Terms Index of Saxophone Parts Saxophone Mouthpiece Design Instrument Ownership Record Index
SynopsisThis book provides students and music teachers with a comprehensive overview of the saxophone from its origin to its use and important facts not covered in traditional method books. It can be used concurrently with any method book, expanding the learning experience beyond "learning how to play" to include all topics relevant to the saxophone. These topics include: The parts of the instrument How it works The different kinds of saxophones How it's made How to care for it Planning a practice session A survey of the history of woodwind instruments The accessories needed to play the instrument An appendix includes a discussion of the science of sound, a glossary of woodwind instrument terms, a dictionary of the subject instrument terms, an illustrated index of the subject instrument parts, and an instrument ownership record. This provides greater insight into that instrument's relationship to others in its family and to those companion instruments with which the player will be working. The enrichment results in a well-rounded musician instead of one who can just play an instrument., This book provides students and music teachers with a comprehensive overview of the saxophone from its origin to its use and important facts not covered in traditional method books. It can be used concurrently with any method book, expanding the learning experience beyond "learning how to play" to include all topics relevant to the saxophone. ......, This book provides saxophone students and music teachers with a comprehensive overview of the instrument from its origin to its use and important facts not covered in traditional saxophone method books.