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Rubank Elementary Method - Saxophone

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Instrument:	Saxophone
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Rubank Elementary Method - Saxophone edited by N.W. Hovey. For saxophone. Elementary Method. Instructional. Instructional book. Illustrations. 48 pages. Rubank Publications #RUBL41. Published by Rubank Publications (HL.4470030).

ISBN 1423444817. With illustrations. Instructional. 9x12 inches.

One of the most widely used series of methods for individual or like-instrument class instruction. Using a very well-rounded approach including scales, arpeggios, technical studies, studies for musicianship, articulation studies, solos, duets, and studies devoted to the special needs of each instrument, this series provides a fantastic wealth of material for all student musicians.

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eromlignod

Location: from Kansas City, Mo.

Difficulty Level:
Beginner

October 17, 2010

The quintessential beggining method book

Originally published in 1934, the Rubank book remains the standard method book for beginners. I remember using the same light-blue book when I studied trombone in the band as a youth. Many years later I am using the same method to learn the saxophone as an adult. Everything is covered...

15 of 30 people found this review helpful.

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CLedbetter

Location: from Dallas,TX

Difficulty Level:
Beginner

February 9, 2009

Rubank Elementary Method Purchase

I'm presently instructing my son and one of my daughters in how to play the alto saxophone. This method is easy to follow and they are progressing at an acceptable level of learning. I would recommend this method to all teachers who are instructing the beginning student.

17 of 35 people found this review helpful.

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Nathan

Location: from Indianapolis, IN

Difficulty Level:
Early intermediate

October 2, 2006

Still the standard

My private teacher used this book when I started lessons 20 years ago. Still now, as I have my own students, I use the same book. Nothing else I've seen is as solid as this book. If you want to learn to play the latest song on the radio, then...

19 of 40 people found this review helpful.

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Anonymous

Location: from Chicago IL.

Difficulty Level:
Beginner

January 18, 2006

Nice, Chananging for new players

The book is easy if you know whot you are doing. If your just learnig Saxophone or your a teacher this is a perect book for you! Although it does not have many famous songs just written music.

23 of 43 people found this review helpful.

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Anonymous

Location: from Bosotn, MA

Difficulty Level:
Beginner

May 15, 2003

Tried and True

While it doesn't feature the glossy photos and extra CD's of the newer methods, the content and material of this book continues to be copied by others. This is a well tested saxophone method and continues to be used by private teachers across the country because of it's affordable price...

19 of 42 people found this review helpful.

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