ABRSM : Brass Mix, Book 1

Brass Ensemble/Solo – Grades 1–3

About Editor/Fingering :

This collection has been meticulously selected and arranged by brass specialists to align perfectly with the ABRSM 2023 Brass syllabus. The arrangements are designed to be played by any brass instrument, featuring a single student book that accommodates both treble- and bass-clef readers, ensuring a versatile and unified learning experience for all brass students.

Description :

Brass Mix, Book 1 is a cornerstone of the original graded series from ABRSM, offering a vibrant mix of 12 new arrangements. Spanning from Grade 1 to Grade 3, the book features a diverse range of composers and traditional tunes from around the world. These pieces are not only essential for Practical and Performance Grade exams but also serve as distinctive repertoire for building an engaging solo program. A key strength of this book is its flexible accompaniment options: pieces can be performed with a pianist (using separate $B\flat$, $E\flat$, or $F$ accompaniment books) or as a duet with a second brass player. This dual-purpose design fosters ensemble skills while producing a rich and colorful sonority across all instruments.

Features :

• Syllabus Alignment: Specifically curated to match ABRSM Grades 1–3 requirements.
• Universal Accessibility: A single book suitable for all brass instruments in treble and bass clef.
• Diverse Repertoire: Includes works by historic composers like Ignatius Sancho and Florence Price alongside traditional world tunes.
• Flexible Accompaniment: Options for piano accompaniment or brass duet performance.

Performance Tips/Difficulty :

Grade of Difficulty: Progressive (Grades 1–3). As students progress through the 12 pieces, they should focus on articulation clarity and breath control. For the earlier grades, concentrate on steady rhythmic pulse and a clear, singing tone in pieces like Takeda Lullaby. As the technical demand increases toward Grade 3, pay close attention to dynamic phrasing and the stylistic nuances required for works such as The Barnyard Rag.

About Composer/Editor :

Published by ABRSM (Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music), this series represents the highest standard in music education. The arrangements were developed by professional brass pedagogues to ensure they are idiomatic for every instrument in the brass family, from trumpet and horn to euphonium and tuba.

Contents :

• 1. Les Matadors (from Minuets, Cotillons and Country Dances) [Ignatius Sancho]
• 2. Xiao Baicai (Trad. Chinese)
• 3. Takeda Lullaby (Trad. Japanese)
• 4. The Barnyard Rag [Billy Johnson]
• 5. The March of the Women [Cicely Hamilton]
• 6. Jinkli Nona (Trad. Malaysian)
• 7. On a Southern Balcony (No. 4 from Southland Sketches) [Blanche Ray Alden]
• 8. Wade in the Water (African-American Spiritual)
• 9. On Parade [Amanda Ira Aldridge]
• 10. Oh, the Summer [Samuel Coleridge-Taylor]
• 11. The Deserted Garden [Florence Price]
• 12. A Canadian Boat Song [Maurice Arnold]

Details :

• Item / Edition Number : 9781786015198
• ISBN : 9781786015198
• No. Pages : 64
• Publisher : ABRSM
• Year of Publication : 2022
• Series : Shining Brass (ABRSM)

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ABRSM : 銅管樂曲集 第一冊 (Brass Mix, Book 1)

銅管合奏/獨奏 – 第一級至第三級

簡介 :

ABRSM 推出的《銅管樂曲集 第一冊》（Brass Mix, Book 1）是一本凝聚專業教學經驗的權威指南。本書的核心在於透過 12 首全新改編樂曲，為第一級至第三級的學生提供豐富且具啟發性的曲目。這部作品不僅全面涵蓋了 ABRSM 2023 銅管考級大綱 的要求，更是建立個人獨奏計畫的理想選擇。在克服技術挑戰的過程中，本教本引導學生透過多樣化的曲風——從世界民謠到多元背景作曲家的經典——追求清晰明亮的發音與甜美的音色。特別的是，本書採用單一學生手冊設計，同時兼容高音與低音譜號，並提供靈活的伴奏方式：可搭配鋼琴伴奏（需另購對應調性之鋼琴譜）或與第二位銅管樂手進行二重奏，讓技術培養過程充滿樂趣與互動性。

產品特點 :

• 考級銜接： 專為 ABRSM 第一級至第三級 術科與演奏考級所挑選的曲目。
• 通用編制： 單一書籍設計，適用於所有高音與低音譜號的銅管樂器。
• 多元曲風： 收錄包含 Ignatius Sancho、Florence Price 等作曲家的作品及多國傳統曲調。
• 靈活伴奏： 可選擇鋼琴伴奏或與老師/同學進行銅管二重奏練習。

演奏提示/難易度 :

難易度：漸進式 (第一級至第三級)。學生應專注於 Takeda Lullaby 等抒情樂曲中的氣息控制與圓潤音色。隨著難度提升至第三級，需特別注意如 The Barnyard Rag 中的節奏精確度與戲劇性的強弱對比。建議學生利用二重奏的練習方式，在建立專業規範的同時培養合奏的敏銳度。

作曲家與編者介紹 :

由 ABRSM (英皇皇家音樂學院聯合委員會) 出版，確保教學內容符合國際最高教育標準。書中曲目由銅管樂器專家精心改編，確保每一首樂曲都能展現各種銅管樂器的技術廣度與音樂特色。

收錄曲目 :

• 1. Les Matadors (選自小步舞曲與鄉村舞曲) [Ignatius Sancho]
• 2. Xiao Baicai (中國民謠：小白菜)
• 3. Takeda Lullaby (日本民謠：竹田搖籃曲)
• 4. The Barnyard Rag [Billy Johnson]
• 5. The March of the Women [Cicely Hamilton]
• 6. Jinkli Nona (馬來西亞民謠)
• 7. On a Southern Balcony (選自南方素描) [Blanche Ray Alden]
• 8. Wade in the Water (非裔美國靈歌)
• 9. On Parade [Amanda Ira Aldridge]
• 10. Oh, the Summer [Samuel Coleridge-Taylor]
• 11. The Deserted Garden [Florence Price]
• 12. A Canadian Boat Song [Maurice Arnold]

書籍詳細資料 :

• 產品編號 : 9781786015198
• ISMN / ISBN : 9781786015198
• 頁數 : 64 頁
• 出版社 : ABRSM
• 出版年份 : 2022 年
• 系列 : Shining Brass (ABRSM)

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