For the ascending version of the scale, the extreme notes of the scale are low A-sharp and high B-sharp, but for the descending version the extreme notes are B and B. For example, consider C-sharp melodic minor on the bassoon, with an assumed upper limit of B-sharp.
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One issue with this method is the question of how to handle the “turnarounds” in melodic minor scales. Articulation studies do of course have their place, but with scales and arpeggios I’m mostly looking for good finger movement and consistent tone, and tonguing can hide some problems.
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You’ll notice that I like everything slurred.
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Start on the first scale degree, in the instrument’s lowest octave.To the chagrin of my students (oboists/clarinetists/bassoonists/saxophonists), I require that they are played in this format: Most of the studios require scales to be played in octaves, but I prefer a different approach. The format of the scales, however, is left up to the individual studio professors.
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My students at the university are subject to a department-wide requirement to pass a scale exam, in which they must demonstrate mastery of major and minor scales.