Methods (INT)

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Intermediate Methods

Barret, A.M. A Complete Oboe Method. (1862) (Boosey and Hawkes)(also new edition ed. Martin Schuring).

A comprehensive etude book that can be used from an intermediate to a very advanced level. Especially good for teaching phrasing and style, particularly nineteenth century operatic style.

Gekeler, K. Gekeler Method for Oboe, Bk.2 (Belwin Mills)

A logical choice after Bk.1. Contains the forty progressive melodies of Barret

Moyse, Marcel Tone Development Through Interpretation (Mcginnis & Marx, 1986)

Progressive Melodies, often from operatic sources

Sellner, Joseph. Mèthode pour hautbois ou saxophone Bk.2 (Costallat)

An excellent collection of short etudes for practicing articulation, phrasing and technique.

Small, J.L. Melodious and Rhythmical Exercises (Carl Fischer)

Good intermediate study book focusing on rhythm.

Intermediate Technical Exercises

Hite, David. Melodious and Progessive Studies Book One. (Southern)

An excellent method for scale practice in the context of a musical etude

Snavely, Jack. Basic Technique for All Saxophones. (Kendor Music)

An excellent intermediate technique book.