WINDS Training Series
WINDS Band Training Series shares successful fundamental training techniques practiced by leading music educators in Japan. Each issue of WINDS focuses on an essential concept of band development, offering valuable information for both students and instructors.
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![[DVD] Mastery Clinic for Euphonium](images/items/BOD-7018A.jpg "[DVD] Mastery Clinic for Euphonium")
[DVD] Mastery Clinic for Euphonium
Euphonium soloist Kaoru Tsuyuki shares his comprehensive view of the instrument's range of capabilities and of the benefit of being fundamentally prepared to explore the euphonium's many expressive options. He offers clear explanations and many vibrant examples to inspire all students of this special member of the brass section. [Subtitled in English/traditional Chinese character] Euphonium soloist Kaoru Tsuyuki shares his comprehensive view of the instrument... -
![[DVD] Teaching Smaller Bands](images/items/BOD-7019A.jpg "[DVD] Teaching Smaller Bands")
[DVD] Teaching Smaller Bands
"Teaching Smaller Bands" addresses the challenges of organizing, training and performing with a concert band of limited size. Smaller bands are an unique genre which requires an individualized approach to instrumentation, sound development and balance that will favorably distinguish them from other ensembles. 1. Situation for small bands Fundamental training concepts for small concert... "Teaching Smaller Bands" addresses the challenges of organizing, trai... -
![[DVD] Mastery Clinic for Tuba](images/items/BOD-7021A.jpg "[DVD] Mastery Clinic for Tuba")
[DVD] Mastery Clinic for Tuba
To those interested in the tuba at its best,The DVD, “Mastery Clinic for Tuba” produced by Brain Music in Japan and featuring super tubist Tsugita Shinpei, is a unique and extraordinary document for two reasons: it is a wonderful introduction to the tuba for persons of all ages who may not be familiar with the tuba and it is absolutely the best sampling of tuba playing on the Bb, C,... To those interested in the tuba at its best,The DVD, “Mastery Clinic for ... -
![[DVD] Mastery Clinic for String Bass](images/items/BOD-7022A.jpg "[DVD] Mastery Clinic for String Bass")
[DVD] Mastery Clinic for String Bass
Introduction In an excellent tutorial for all young bassists, Yoshiaki Maeda draws from his tenure with the world renowned Tokyo Kosei Wind Orchestra to present additional training options for those who might also perform with a concert band. 1. Check the condition of your instrument Having an instrument in proper condition precedes the study of sound and technique. The clinician describes the... Introduction In an excellent tutorial for all young bassists, Yoshiaki Maeda dr... -
![[DVD] Sonority for Winds: Tuning, Balancing, Blending Ensemble](images/items/BOD-7023A.jpg "[DVD] Sonority for Winds: Tuning, Balancing, Blending Ensemble")
[DVD] Sonority for Winds: Tuning, Balancing, Blending Ensemble
Individual tone quality is essential to creating a good band sound, especially in smaller groups. For the ensemble, good unison playing and blend are the first priority, and second is accurate intonation. This clinic presents methods for understanding and producing correct balance and blend of unison and harmony. Individual tone quality is essential to creating a good band sound, especially ... -
![[DVD] Mastery Clinic for Bassoon](images/items/BOD-7025A.jpg "[DVD] Mastery Clinic for Bassoon")
[DVD] Mastery Clinic for Bassoon
Introduction The talented and entertaining professional Masayuki Okamoto engagingly shares his fascination with the bassoon, presenting essential details in a clear and understandable manner, encouraging instrument. 1. Basic points you should know Assembly, posture, breathing and embouchure; performance details including tonguing, long tones, fingerings and related issues, half-hole, speaker key,... Introduction The talented and entertaining professional Masayuki Okamoto engagi... -
![[DVD] Mastery Clinic for Bassoon with Chinese subtitles](images/items/BOD-7025C.jpg "[DVD] Mastery Clinic for Bassoon with Chinese subtitles")
[DVD] Mastery Clinic for Bassoon with Chinese subtitles
Introduction The talented and entertaining professional Masayuki Okamoto engagingly shares his fascination with the bassoon, presenting essential details in a clear and understandable manner, encouraging instrument. 1. Basic points you should know Assembly, posture, breathing and embouchure; performance details including tonguing, long tones, fingerings and related issues, half-hole, speaker key,... Introduction The talented and entertaining professional Masayuki Okamoto engagi... -
![[DVD] Mastery Clinic for Percussion Vol. 1 Basic Rhythm Training](images/items/BOD-7027A.jpg "[DVD] Mastery Clinic for Percussion Vol. 1 Basic Rhythm Training")
[DVD] Mastery Clinic for Percussion Vol. 1
Basic Rhythm TrainingLecturer/Performer: Yumiko Watanabe Introduction Master Performer and coach Yumiko Watanabe describes the essential role of the percussion section as a “second director” in the ensemble, and the percussionists’ need to have a reliable grasp of time, an appropriate sound product, and above all, a sense of unity with the ensemble and conductor. First steps to producing a good... Lecturer/Performer: Yumiko Watanabe Introduction Master Performer and coach Yum...