Rubank Elementary Method - Saxophone

The classic method for beginning individual instruction, the Rubank Elementary Method for Saxophone may be used by any saxophone (alto, tenor, etc.) It is suitable for both young or older beginners, and its systematic technical progression makes it a good self-teaching method for adult musicians learning a second instrument. It includes a separate full-range fingering chart.

The Rubank Elelentary Method for Saxophone covers:

• All notes in the standard keyed range (Bb-F*) beginning with BAGC
• 4/4, 3/4, 2/4, alla breve, and 6/8 time signatures
• Note values up to sixteenth notes, including eighth-note triplets
• Major scales and exercises in C, F, G, Bb, D, Eb, A, Ab, E
• Selected minor scales and excercises in constructing minor scales
• A reference page of major scales up to 6 flats and 5 sharps, in 2 octaves where possible
• Duets and trios
• Melodic exercises
• Rhythmic studies
• Technical studies
• Articulation studies
• Selected basic music symbols and terms

* While high F and low B are not introduced in lessons, they are present in the scale studies at the end of the book.

Table of Contents:

Publisher:	Rubank
Composer/Author:	Hovey, Nilo W.
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Catalog Number:	04470030
Pages:	48

 

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