The Brass Instruments: A Reference Manual
John Swain
Cat.# 30292
$20.00
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Here's an excellent resource for brass players who are ready for a more in depth look at the physical nature of their instruments.
Professor Swain (Cal State-LA) gives us understandable empirical discussions of acoustics, instrument design and construction,
intonation characteristics and compensating mechanisms, mouthpieces, mutes, and maintenance.
There are also extensive transposition charts and a large array of fingering charts that include
the more unusual brasses. A highly recommended resource for serious players and teachers.
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• Extensive transposition charts and a large array of fingering charts that include the more unusual brasses
• Highly recommended resource for serious players and teachers
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A Brass Player's Guide to the German Instructions Contained in the Symphonies of Mahler
Charles Gorham
Cat.# 30180
$6.00
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At last, the perfect resource for those who practice and perform Mahler's brass parts. Charles Gorham, professor of
trumpet at Indiana University, has compiled a glossary of over 300 words and phrases needed to correctly understand
and practice Mahler excerpts. Indispensable for both students and professionals. The print, organization and style
of this all contribute to a first rate product. Highly recommended. Every brass player should own one.
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• Glossary of over 300 words and phrases needed to correctly understand and practice Mahler excerpts
• Indispensable for both students and professionals.
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