Documents are cleaned, cropped, and straightened before printing on modern, acidfree paper. New method for the double bass franz simandl, frederick. Printed sheet music to the work new method for the double bass by franz simandl. In the end, for many people, the petracchi seems to give more return for the investment of time. The older, established double bass method here is without a doubt the new method for string bass by franz simandl. Simandl 30 etudes for double bass by franz simandl. Franz simandl is the author of 30 etudes for the string bass 4. This book presents an introduction to the double bass etudes of simandl, particularly those of the new method for the double bass, book 1 and thirty etudes for the string bass. Franz simandl august 1, 1840 december 15, 1912 was a doublebassist and pedagogue most remembered for his book new method for the double bass, known as the simandl book, which is to this day used as a standard study of double bass technique and hand positions. Results 1 12 of 27 new method for the double bass book ii english and japanese texts. In the 2nd post on unusual instructional books for electric bassists part 1 can be found here were examining the benefits of franz simandls new method for the double bass i discovered this book while studying with austrian bass titan and ibassmag contributor stefan redtenbacher and spent a long time working through it on electric bass years before i ever.
I was wondering if anyone has seen or has pictures of simandl s bow, or has heard of this before. New method for the double bass, book 1 new method for the double bass, franz simandl volume 1 of new method for the double bass. Franz simandls bass books are still even though they are over a hundred years old required reading for many double bass players. Unorthodox instructionals part 2 franz simandls new method. We use cookies to give you the best possible experience. Franz simandl was a doublebassist and pedagogue most remembered for his book new method for the double bass, known as the simandl book, which is to this day. Simandl new method for string bass part 1 06330769716. It was said that he experimented with all manners of holding the bow. The new method by franz simandl is an established pillar of double bass pedagogy, and it is often used as a primary or supplementary text for double bass study worldwide. An indispensable resource for students of the bass. Simandl and billie are just two versions of the same thing one is not more modern than the other. New method for the double bass simandl, franz imslp. Shop and buy simandl 30 etudes for double bass sheet music.
This collection of 30 etudes ranges from basic to complex in scope and in difficulty. New method for double bass by franz simandl uk us i seem to talk about this book in every single post or video, but thats because its the book that has had the biggest impact on the way that i approach the instrument in terms of technique, fretboard positioning and articulation. Upton bass brescian model double bass, 2020, opus 203 this new brescian was particularly rewarding to make, its a stateoftheart fully carved version with exceptional wood figured spruce top and rippling big leaf maple back and sides cut from the same board. New method for double bass book 1 simandl bass fischer. Discover book depositorys huge selection of franz simandl books online. Fred zimmermann carl fischer llc this 1984 edition of the highly acclaimed method features extensive editorial notes by lucas drew, in both english and japanese.
Franz simandl author of 30 etudes for the string bass. The new method for the double bass by franz simandl will always have an important place in the history of double bass pedagogy. Its deceptively simple and has a few challenges in sustaining the bow and creating a beautiful. I knew learning how to read and use the internet would pay off someday. If theres a book that you love and feel deserves a wider audience then let me know by commenting on this post. Lets start exploring the 30 etudes by franz simandl by digging into the first etude in the book. Shop and buy new method for the double bass book i sheet music. Aug 27, 2019 franz simandl august 1, december 15, was a doublebassist and pedagogue most remembered for his book new method for the double bass, known as the simandl book, which is to this day used as a standard study of double bass technique and hand positions. Thirty etudes for the string bass, by franz simandi. Order books and transcriptions in easytodownload pdf form.
Franz simandl august 1, december 15, was a doublebassist and pedagogue most remembered for his book new method for the double bass, known as the simandl book, which is to this day used as a standard study of double bass technique and hand positions. New method for double bass book 1 by franz simandl. Volume one covers the lower positions, while volume two covers the thumb positions. However, there are areas where the studies started at a level of difficulty, which made it unrealistic for. See all formats and editions hide other formats and editions. Nov 26, 2006 the older, established double bass method here is without a doubt the new method for string bass by franz simandl. The simandl method is a very common and wellrespected methodology for learning the instrument with a teacher, and the full method book features etudes which are short compositions for solo instrument, intended as exercises as part of the. Unorthodox instructionals part 2 franz simandls new. Thirty etudes for double bass by franz simandl, paperback. O492 new method for the double bass english and japanese text book 1 simandl english and japanese edition f. Mar 21, 2020 franz simandl august 1, december 15, was a doublebassist and pedagogue most remembered for his book new method for the double bass. Franz simandl was a doublebassist and pedagogue most remembered for his book new method for the double bass, known as the. I was wondering if anyone has seen or has pictures of simandls bow, or has heard of this before.
Nov 24, 2015 lets start exploring the 30 etudes by franz simandl by digging into the first etude in the book. I remember reading somewhere, maybe in paul bruns book, that franz simandls bow exhibited wear marks consistent with both overhand and underhand manners of playing. Sep 18, 2014 franz simandl new method for the double bass book 1 us link uk link do you have a favourite instructional book. O492 new method for the double bass english and japanese text book 1 simandl english and japanese edition. String bass double bass sheet music book by franz simandl.
Nov 28, 2016 i remember reading somewhere, maybe in paul bruns book, that franz simandl s bow exhibited wear marks consistent with both overhand and underhand manners of playing. Simandl new method for string bass edited by sankey published by international music company. Apr 05, 2020 franz simandl august 1, december 15, was a doublebassist and pedagogue most remembered for his book new method for the double bass. Im always interested to hear about different methods that have helped people develop musically. New method for the double bass book i by franz simandl. This is a performers reprint, which is a digital reprint of historical editions. Rabbath versus simandl jason heaths double bass blog. Franz simandls new method for the double bass free bass. Franz simandl august 1, december 15, was a doublebassist and pedagogue most remembered for his book new method for the double bass. If you ask, i will always suggest that you start your upright bass adventures by studying with an experienced and schooled teacher.
This tried and true double bass pedagogical tome methodically takes the beginning double bass student up the fingerboard, halfstep by halfstep, exploring all of the notes in each position and connecting the new positions with the. Nov 25, 2019 franz simandl august 1, december 15, was a doublebassist and pedagogue most remembered for his book new method for the double bass, known as the simandl book, which is to this day used as a standard study of double bass technique and hand positions. Jul 21, 2019 franz simandl august 1, december 15, was a doublebassist and pedagogue most remembered for his book new method for the double bass, known as the simandl book, which is to this day used as a standard study of double bass technique and hand positions. Franz simandl august 1, 1840 december 15, 1912 was a doublebassist and pedagogue most remembered for his book new method for the double bass. Volume 6, double bass and piano by franz simandl 10 editions published between 2014 and 2015 and held by 45 worldcat member libraries worldwide.
Petracchis simplified higher positions is probably still the best for tp. Book ii is ok, but the complexity clouds the issue. New method for the double bass book 1 franz simandl on. Simandl studied at the prague conservatory with josef hrabe before becoming the principal bassist in the vienna court opera orchestra.
Many of the exercises are exactly as they are in the original books. Simandl book ii is written within musical context, so there are intonation guideposts, but the technical demands are so damn hard, that it seems easier to use the petracchi. Mar 31, 2020 franz simandl august 1, december 15, was a doublebassist and pedagogue most remembered for his book new method for the double bass, known as the simandl book, which is to this day used as a standard study of double bass technique and hand positions. Franz simandl 30 etudes with 4 accompaniment tracks at. This book is the equivalent of the clementi sonatinas, then. Franz simandl 18401912 is for doublebassists what czerny or clementi is to pianists. My first simandl preserves the original intent and musicaleducational objectives that franz simandl set forth in his etude books new method for the double bass, vol. In the 2nd post on unusual instructional books for electric bassists part 1 can be found here were examining the benefits of franz simandls.
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