Studies for Beginners Op. 8 No. 1 for Beginners - Bassoon

Truly the omnibook of the beginning bassoonist. This set of etudes by Julius Weissenborn was created to take students from the most basic level of playing bassoon - including instructions on how to put the instrument together, to form an embouchure, to make a sound, and to learn the first notes - all the way to the level of an intermediate student, familliar with numerous key and time signatures, as well as numerous expressive markings, with a reliable grasp of technique.

The book is divided into "lessons", each comprising of smaller exercises. Among these exercises may be scales, shorter etudes, duets to play with the teacher, or an introduction to a new concept (be it a note, expressive marking, time signature, or key signature). With supplementation from additional exercises, this book can turn any committed student into a stellar student bassoonist.