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Edwards, Brad Introductory Studies in Tenor/Alto Clef
Subtitled "Before Blazhevich," this book uses a
mixture of exercises and short etudes to help
teach tenor and alto clef quickly and effectively.
Using a system of "guidepost notes," students
learn a few easily recognizable pitches and then
progress smoothly to more challenging material.
The first main section of the book focuses on
tenor clef (75 exercises); the second on alto clef
(36 exercises). Six final etudes use all three
clefs. Special sections are devoted to the skills
of reading B-flat treble clef and bass clef
transposed as tenor clef down an octave. Unlike
other popular methods, these original exercises
and etudes avoid rote learning and "playing by
ear." Most of the etudes include pedagogical
commentary and also serve as good musical
character studies. Melodies sometimes take
unexpected turns to keep students on their toes.
Can also be used as sight-reading practice for
more advanced students. 56 pages.
Reviews:
"Great book, well organized. A very interesting
and useful step by step method to learning clefs.
Particularly useful is Brad's idea of guidepost
notes. Highly recommended!"
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