Bassoon

As a reference text, Primary Handbook for Bassoon provides woodwind methods students with a thorough background in all aspects of both teaching and playing. As a teaching method, this book will take the student from the beginning to advanced high school levels in a logical and efficient manner. A detailed introduction outlines step-by-step everything needed to start the beginning bassoonist: assembly, hand and playing positions, embouchure, accessories, reed specifications, breathing, care and maintenance, plus a bibliography, all beautifully illustrated in line drawings.

This luscious quintet is scored for piano, oboe, clarinet, horn and bassoon. Mozart's magnificent orchestration of the winds with piano creates a warm and glowing texture of sound, and each instrument emerges at times for a prominent position. Cast in three movements: Largo/Allegro moderato; Larghetto; and Rondo/Allegretto. Truly one of the great works in this format and wonderful fun to practice and perform.