John Harle: The Saxophone

ISBN-13: 9780571539628 / Angielski / Miękka / 2017 / 999 str.

John Harle

Opis

John Harle: The Saxophone is the most in-depth approach to playing the saxophone ever published. In this two-volume boxed set, master saxophonist John Harle reveals his groundbreaking techniques for fluent and natural playing---transforming the musical and learning experience of both students and professionals.

Practical, clear, and universally relevant, The Saxophone discloses John Harle's secrets to playing with individuality, fluent technique, and a powerful musical presence by:
* Introducing revolutionary new concepts such as the Reed Fan, the Power Lines, and the Cathedral of Resonance
* Exploring every aspect of playing and performing, from breathing, resonant tone production, and fluent articulation through to techniques for building ease and flow in performance
* Featuring unique anatomical diagrams, stunning visualizations and color-coded musical examples throughout
* Offering expert advice on all aspects of performance: dealing with fear, nerves, and adrenaline, developing a strong psychological approach, and setting goal posts for success including practice wheels that help develop a structured and relaxed practice routine.

O autorze

John Harle is an Ivor Novello Award-winning saxophonist, composer and record producer. His playing has established a worldwide enthusiasm for the saxophone as a concert-hall instrument, and has been the catalyst for an outpouring of new concertos for the saxophone. Credited with having created an original school of saxophone playing, Harle has produced many of the leading players of today and is a frequent lecturer in masterclasses at major conservatoires and schools in the UK and overseas.