Sight Reading Saxophone - a progressive method

This digital book provides a carefully paced approach to sight reading, suitable for anyone wishing to improve their sight reading on the Saxophone. For each grade there are ten lessons, each with a clear area of focus. Stage-appropriate sight reading tips, both general and specific to the instrument, are given along the way.

Although Trinity Saxophone exams are currently only offered at Grades 1–8, this book also includes lessons at Initial level to help learners build confidence before studying the Grade 1 lessons and specimens.

Each lesson presents several preparatory exercises leading to a duet, included to encourage the development of ensemble sight reading skills. While duets are not required for grade exams, they are vital in building confidence and rhythmic fluency. Each duet builds on the same musical ideas as the preceding exercises, consolidating the learning and assisting the student through familiarity.

Official Trinity specimen sight reading tests conclude each grade section. By the time the student has completed the ten lessons they should be well prepared to cope with the demands of these tests.