Description
This book gives detailed and authoritative guidance on the mastery of this rewarding instrument. It is a practical manual offering beginner and expert alike a thorough and systematic treatment of every aspect of performance. There are many parts of the body employed in playing the bassoon – abdomen, mouth, tongue, fingers, and not least brain – and are described in turn and their proper use discussed both from a theoretical and practical perspective. Each section is followed by highly original practice routines. There is also advice on maintenance, how to practise, how to teach, and how to cope with the challenges of audition and competition. There are hints given on the performance of concertos by Mozart and Weber, a list of recommended solo repertoire and an extensive bibliography.
About the Author
William Waterhouse studied at the Royal College of Music and played with the orchestra of the Royal Opera House, Covent Garden and later with the London Symphony Orchestra as principal. With these orchestras, he was privileged to work with many legendary artists, and with the Melos Ensemble of London recorded many master-works of the chamber repertoire. He has combined international Guest Professorships with thirty years teaching at the Royal Northern College of Music, Manchester
Contents
Preface by William Waterhouse
Introduction
1. History
2. The Bassoon and Relations,
3. The Instrument
4. In Performance
5. Repertory and Use
Bibliography and Work-lists
Appendices
Reviews
…a book that should find a place in every bassoon teacher’s library.
Terry B Ewell – The Double Reed
There can be no-one more qualified than William Waterhouse to write the definitive book on the bassoon.
Roger Birnstingl – Double Reed News
This is clearly the work of an experienced, first-class artist and master teacher who generously shares a lifetime of knowledge.
Frank Morelli – The Instrumentalist
… an important and recommended book; you shouldn’t hesitate to buy …
Oboe-Fagott
The work is highly recommended both as a reading and a reference book.
Tibia
