Book ii is ok, but the complexity clouds the issue. New method for the double bass book i by franz simandl. Nov 24, 2015 lets start exploring the 30 etudes by franz simandl by digging into the first etude in the book. Many of the exercises are exactly as they are in the original books. 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. An indispensable resource for students of the bass.
Results 1 12 of 27 new method for the double bass book ii english and japanese texts. Volume one covers the lower positions, while volume two covers the thumb positions. 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 franz simandl, frederick. Shop and buy new method for the double bass book i sheet music. 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.
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. If you ask, i will always suggest that you start your upright bass adventures by studying with an experienced and schooled teacher. 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. 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. Simandl studied at the prague conservatory with josef hrabe before becoming the principal bassist in the vienna court opera orchestra. The older, established double bass method here is without a doubt the new method for string bass by franz simandl. New method for double bass book 1 simandl bass fischer.
Franz simandl 18401912 was a doublebassist and pedagogue most remembered for his book new method for the double bass. O492 new method for the double bass english and japanese text book 1 simandl english and japanese edition. Documents are cleaned, cropped, and straightened before printing on modern, acidfree paper. 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. 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. In the end, for many people, the petracchi seems to give more return for the investment of time. Discover book depositorys huge selection of franz simandl books online. Thirty etudes for the string bass, by franz simandi. Sep 18, 2014 franz simandl new method for the double bass book 1 us link uk link do you have a favourite instructional book.
Franz simandls new method for the double bass free bass. String bass double bass sheet music book by franz simandl. Petracchis simplified higher positions is probably still the best for tp. 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. New method for the double bass book 1 franz simandl on. 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. Franz simandls bass books are still even though they are over a hundred years old required reading for many double bass players. 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. This book is the equivalent of the clementi sonatinas, then. New method for double bass book 1 by franz simandl. Im always interested to hear about different methods that have helped people develop musically. Franz simandl august 1, december 15, was a doublebassist and pedagogue most remembered for his book new method for the double bass.
Order books and transcriptions in easytodownload pdf form. Its deceptively simple and has a few challenges in sustaining the bow and creating a beautiful. Franz simandl 18401912 is for doublebassists what czerny or clementi is to pianists. 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. Rabbath versus simandl jason heaths double bass blog. We use cookies to give you the best possible experience.
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. 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. This is a performers reprint, which is a digital reprint of historical editions. Thirty etudes for double bass by franz simandl, paperback. 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. Unorthodox instructionals part 2 franz simandls new method. I knew learning how to read and use the internet would pay off someday. Franz simandl author of 30 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.
I was wondering if anyone has seen or has pictures of simandls bow, or has heard of this before. However, there are areas where the studies started at a level of difficulty, which made it unrealistic for. Nov 26, 2006 the older, established double bass method here is without a doubt the new method for string bass by franz simandl. 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. Upright bass method and study books, simandl, hrabe, solo music, montanari, etudes, 8006002689, lowest prices. Unorthodox instructionals part 2 franz simandls new. O492 new method for the double bass english and japanese text book 1 simandl english and japanese edition f. 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.
In the 2nd post on unusual instructional books for electric bassists part 1 can be found here were examining the benefits of franz simandls. Simandl new method for string bass part 1 06330769716. Lets start exploring the 30 etudes by franz simandl by digging into the first etude in the book. It was said that he experimented with all manners of holding the bow. 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. 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. 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. This collection of 30 etudes ranges from basic to complex in scope and in difficulty. Volume 6, double bass and piano by franz simandl 10 editions published between 2014 and 2015 and held by 45 worldcat member libraries worldwide. The new method for the double bass by franz simandl will always have an important place in the history of double bass pedagogy. Franz simandl is the author of 30 etudes for the string bass 4. 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. If theres a book that you love and feel deserves a wider audience then let me know by commenting on this post. Simandl and billie are just two versions of the same thing one is not more modern than the other.