Description
Trevor Wye Practice Books 1-6 All-In-One
Trevor Wye Practice Books 1-6 All-In-One
Omnibus Edition
Book Options
- Books 1-6-Book Only
- Books 1-6 (With CD)
About
Trevor Wye’s renowned series of flute practice books have been highly valued by flautists for many years. This affordable edition combines all six books into one comprehensive volume. Suitable for flautists of all levels, this comprehensive collection offers detailed guidance on various technical aspects of playing the flute, including:
Volume Content
- Book 1: Tone
- Book 2: Technique
- Book 3: Articulation
- Book 4: Intonation & Vibrato
- Book 5: Breathing & Scales
- Book 6: Advanced Practice
Book and CD Version Information
The book and CD version includes a CD that accompanies Book 1, offering the player the opportunity to listen to the exercises while playing them. This serves as a valuable ear training tool, providing an additional benefit. Furthermore, each section of the Trevor Wye Practice Book For The Flute is accompanied by practical practice and performance tips, enhancing the learning experience and assisting flautists in their progress.
One
Considered the ultimate guide to tone development, this exercise book forms the basis of excellent flute playing. It provides a systematic approach to building a beautiful tone, covering exercises in all registers, enhancing tone colours, improving breath and pitch control, and increasing flexibility.
Two
This book provides a step-by-step guide to developing good flute technique, with plenty of helpful exercises for all registers of the instrument.
Three
Articulation is a vital component of flute technique, serving as the “speech” of music. This book offers a comprehensive and sequential approach to mastering good articulation. It covers essential topics such as slurring, single, double, and triple tonguing, addressing problem notes, and providing strategies to overcome nerves and anxiety. It serves as a step-by-step guide for flautists aiming to improve their articulation skills.
Four
This comprehensive book addresses all aspects related to playing in tune and offers valuable guidance to enhance listening skills and develop a keen sense of pitch. It explores various topics such as flute harmonics, the flute scale, perfect pitch, tuning up, and vibrato. Additionally, it includes 24 studies specifically designed to improve intonation.
Five
This book offers practical guidance for enhancing breath control, a crucial aspect of flute playing. It provides useful tips, accompanied by helpful diagrams, to assist flautists in improving their breath control technique. Additionally, the book features an extensive collection of scales and arpeggios, serving as a valuable resource for developing technical proficiency. As a bonus, it includes a concise introduction to the art of improvisation.
Six
Book six of this series is highly valuable for both amateur and aspiring professional flute players. It expands upon the knowledge acquired from earlier books while venturing into new territory. This book delves deeply into crucial aspects such as tone production, posture, technique, articulation, the upper register, breathing, and intonation. With comprehensive coverage of these topics, it serves as a valuable resource for flute players aiming to refine their skills and broaden their musical abilities.
Trevor Wye
Trevor Wye, a British flautist born in 1935, is a professional flautist, teacher, author, and editor. He is known for his technical and repertoire books for the flute, particularly the widely popular “Practice Books for Flute” series, which has been translated into eleven languages. Additionally, he founded the British Flute Society and established the International Summer School for Flute.
Wye began learning the flute at the age of 15 and received private instruction from renowned flautists Geoffrey Gilbert and Marcel Moyse. He worked as a freelance chamber and orchestral player in London for many years and has recorded numerous solo performances. He also served as a Professor at the Guildhall School of Music in London and taught at the Royal Northern College of Music in Manchester for 21 years, where he focused on flute teaching, chamber music coaching, and conducting the RNCM Wind Band.
Wye continues to travel around the world, offering masterclasses in Europe, the USA, and Japan. His contributions to flute education and music have been highly regarded, and he remains actively involved in sharing his expertise and passion for the flute.
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