Building Blocks for Tone and Technique
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Done with your beginning book?
Not quite ready for advanced books?
Here’s your answer!
In this book (137 pages) you’ll find:
• Lip Slurs – to refine embouchure control
• Pattern-Building – for facility and understanding
• Lyrical Legato – to build a beautiful singing sound
• Varied Articulation – for clarity and technique
• Simple Tunes – for enjoyment and ‘key sense’
Not just a copy of the trombone book! Tuba-specific elements include:
- Fingering exercises
- Lip bending exercises
- Discussion of the 4th valve
- Introduction to CC tuba
- Extra practice with the chromatic scale
Duet parts for 100 of these etudes are available to purchase as a download.
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Purchase (duet parts)
If you have the trombone duet parts, no need to purchase these duet parts. They are largely the same.
You’ll enjoy practicing more and improving your skills with The Intermediate Tubist. This book is a tremendous addition to the tuba repertoire and is a “must have” for all tuba players.
The Intermediate Tubist is a book for teachers and students alike. As with all of Dr. Edwards’ materials, this book is well-structured and learner-centered with specific commentary included as a practice guide.
Dr. Edwards has organized the material in The Intermediate Tubist to be utilized in context of your daily practice. The exercises are melodic and challenge the tuba player to think in all keys. This is something many tuba players have not yet experienced (though very important!).
The structured lesson plans at the front of the book are perfect for organizing your daily work for consistent improvement and a great way to stay motivated. Consistent practice with the right set of materials is the best way to improve. If you have this book, you’re off to a great start!
Dr. Deanna Swoboda
Arizona State University
Professor of tuba, euphonium and entrepreneurship
Recipient of the International Tuba Euphonium Association Award for Teaching Excellence