Alto saxophone method book for a broad start
Horen Lezen & Spelen 1 Altsaxofoon by de Haske is a Dutch-language lesson book for alto saxophone designed for both group teaching and individual instruction. This Jaap Kastelein method follows current standards and requirements in music education and the related exams.
In this first volume, you work with note values up to eighth notes within a limited range and get introduced to several accidentals. The most important alternate fingerings are also covered, helping you build technique and note reading on alto saxophone step by step.
Ear training, games and online audio
What makes this alto saxophone method so complete is the variety in its content. The de Haske book is filled with ear-training exercises, games, puzzles, tips and useful facts, keeping the material varied so you do more than just play notes.
The accompanying Online Audio adds extra fun while practising. Dr. Checkup guides the student throughout the book with helpful information and tips, making this method easy to use in lessons and at home.
Practical structure of volume 1
With 56 pages, Horen Lezen & Spelen 1 Altsaxofoon offers a clear structure for the first stage of learning to play. It also includes a special page about the history of the instrument, complemented by attractive illustrations.
This gives you a combination of playing, reading and listening in one de Haske edition for alto saxophone. If you are looking for a method for music lessons or self-study with a clear progression, this is a useful foundation for the first steps on alto saxophone.
