Dehaske Swing to Me
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Summary of This Collection
Designed for intermediate-level alto saxophonists, this collection highlights Latin music through a selection of pieces and pedagogical excerpts focused on the energy, pulse, and characteristic style of this genre. The goal is to work on musicality as much as rhythmic precision by mastering motifs and accents that immediately make the saxophone playing "sound" authentic.
The included CD becomes a true rehearsal partner: it allows practicing with accompaniment, improving timing, and strengthening listening skills (balance, intonation, breath control consistency). This approach is particularly useful for establishing a stable groove, refining articulation, and gaining fluidity, whether practicing independently at home or as a supplement to lessons.
Thanks to its multilingual instructions (including French), this collection easily integrates into a practice routine: sight-reading, metronome work, then playing with the CD to refine interpretation. A relevant resource to enrich your repertoire, explore warmer tones, and add new dimension to your alto saxophone playing.
Technical specifications
| Musical Genre | Latin | ||
| Composer | Leslie Searle | Difficulty | INTERMEDIATE |
| Instrumentation | Alto Saxophone | Pages | 28 |
| Genre | Latin Music | Year of Publication | 2000 |
| Languages | English-German-French-Dutch | ||
Questions frequently asked
What level of alto saxophone player is this collection suitable for?
This collection is designed for intermediate alto saxophonists. Its 28 pages offer pieces and educational excerpts focused on working with the Latin style.
Does the Dehaske Swing to Me collection include an accompaniment CD?
A CD is included to practice the pieces with accompaniment. It helps reinforce rhythmic timing, listening skills, and breath control consistency.
Which Latin music styles are covered in this book?
The selection focuses on Latin music, with work on motifs, accents, and rhythmic patterns characteristic of the genre. The approach emphasizes groove and articulation on the alto saxophone.
In which languages are the instructions provided?
The instructions are provided in French, English, German, and Dutch.
How should the CD be used to progress with this collection?
Practice can start with reading the music, then using a metronome for timing before playing along with the CD. This progression helps refine interpretation and stabilize the pulse. The publication date is 2000.
