Andy Hampton – författare

Saxophone Basics Series is a landmark method for beginner saxophone players by one of the leading figures in saxophone education, Andy Hampton. Comprising pupil’s tutor book, teacher’s book with accompaniment parts and an array of online resources. Saxophone Basics Pupil's book offers a fresh design, clear technical drawings, fun illustrations, new activities, pull-out fingering chart and of course all of the great tunes featured in the original Saxophone Basics. Starting at absolute beginner level and progressing to Grade 2, it contains:a wide range of repertoire, including original pieces and well-loved favourites from every genrewarm ups and fun original exercisesinvaluable fact files, quizzes and technical advice covering notation, general musicianship and care of the instrumenthelpful fingering diagrams and rhythm boxesduets throughout – ideal for group teachingpull-out fingering chart to pin on your wallonline audio (for alto saxophone) containing piano and saxophone accompaniments to play along with.There is a separate Teacher's book available for both Alto Saxophone and Tenor Saxophone, which offer tips on how to approach new techniques and motivate young players. These would be particularly helpful for teachers who are not saxophone specialists.

Part of the Authentic Jazz Playalong Series, It Don't Mean A Thing (Clarinet) brings together Gershwin, Porter, Ellington and other legends of 20th Century Jazz and features ten absolute classics of jazz repertoire, idiomatically arranged for the intermediate player (Grade 4-6) by Andy Hampton.Melody, lyrics and chord symbols are provided, offering opportunity for improvisation, with suggested solo phrases notated to aid the beginner. There is also a brief guide/biographical note to each song in the collection. In addition, the downloadable online audio comprises a live trio of piano, bass and drums for truly authentic performance.

Part of the Authentic Jazz Playalong Series, It Don't Mean A Thing (Alto Saxophone) brings together Gershwin, Porter, Ellington and other legends of 20th Century Jazz and features ten absolute classics of jazz repertoire, idiomatically arranged for the Intermediate player (Grade 4-6) by Andy Hampton.Melody, lyrics and chord symbols are provided, offering opportunity for improvisation, with suggested solo phrases notated to aid the beginner. There is also a brief guide/biographical note to each song in the collection. In addition, the downloadable online audio features a live trio of piano, bass and drums for truly authentic performance.