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. An outlined course of study designed to follow the elementary and intermediate levels of any instructional method, the Rubank Advanced Methods are considered to be one of the gold standards of advanced instrumental study. The specially designed units provide a a complete pedagogy:• Scales and Arpeggios All of the major and minor keys are covered in the complete two-book course• Melodic Interpretation Including 20+ contest level duets in each book• Solo Preparation Six contest level solos included• Articulation Studies Specialized for each instrument• Exercises in Fingering (woodwinds), Flexibility (brass) and Sticking (percussion)• Ornamentation All types are introducedGenerations of musicians have been taught with Rubank methods – join the tradition! Song List: Abide With Me Aloha Oe America, The Beautiful Auld Lang Syne The Blue Bells Of Scotland Come Back To Erin Drink To Me Only With Thine Eyes Duke Street Holy, Holy, Holy Lightly Row Londonderry Air Long, Long Ago My Country, 'Tis Of Thee (America) Old Black Joe Onward, Christian Soldiers Sleepy Time Waltz Theme (Symphony No 2) Haydn Tramp! Tramp! Tramp!
