| Sumario: | This instructional book by Jorge Retamoza offers a comprehensive guide to playing tango music on the saxophone. It covers fundamental techniques such as embouchure, breath control, and sound production, essential for saxophonists aiming to master this distinctive musical genre. The book includes exercises on scales, arpeggios, and extended techniques like bends, glissandos, and multiphonics. It also delves into the relationship between scales and chords, providing practical examples based on well-known tango compositions. The text serves as both a theoretical and practical resource, featuring illustrative examples and an accompanying CD-ROM for auditory guidance. Aimed at musicians with a basic understanding of the saxophone, it encourages the development of personal interpretation and improvisation skills, making it an invaluable resource for those seeking to deepen their understanding and performance of tango music.
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