Saxophone Basics (Andy Hampton)

Description

Andy Hampton’s Saxophone Basics series is widely regarded as the leading method for beginner saxophonists and their teachers.

This new edition of Saxophone Basics (Pupil’s book with CD) offers a fresh design, clear technical drawings, fun illustrations, new activities, pull-out fingering chart and of course all of the great tunes featured in the original Saxophone Basics. Starting at absolute beginner level and progressing to about Grade 2.

Contents:

• a wide range of repertoire, including original pieces and well-loved favourites from every genre
• warm ups and fun original exercises
•  invaluable fact files, quizzes and technical advice covering notation, general musicianship and care of the instrument
• helpful fingering diagrams and rhythm boxes
• duets throughout – ideal for group teaching
• pull-out fingering chart to pin on your wall
• CD containing piano and saxophone accompaniments to play along with.

A host of online resources, including in-depth teaching notes are also available.