Yamaha 10-minute Basic Training Vol. 2 User Guide

Quick guide from the manual

This document is the 10-minute Basic Training Vol. 2 by Yamaha, designed for ensemble or individual practice. It contains a series of 8 fundamental exercises tailored for various instruments, including woodwinds, brass, percussion, and piano.

Instrument sections

The manual provides specific sheet music parts for the following instruments:

• Flute
• Oboe
• Bassoon
• Clarinet (in Eb and Bb)
• Bass Clarinet (in Bb)
• Saxophones (Soprano, Alto, Tenor, Baritone)
• Trumpet (in Bb)
• Horn (in F)
• Trombone
• Euphonium
• Tuba
• Percussion (Snare Drum, Suspended Cymbal, Bass Drum)
• Mallets
• Piano

Training exercises

The training consists of 8 distinct exercises, each focusing on specific musical skills:

• No. 1: Perfect fifth chords (Tempo: 60 BPM)
• No. 2: Third and sixth chords (Tempo: 60 BPM)
• No. 3: Third and sixth chords (Tempo: 60 BPM)
• No. 4: Harmony (Tempo: 76 BPM)
• No. 5: Minor scale practice (Tempo: 76 BPM)
• No. 6: Articulations (Tempo: 92 BPM)
• No. 7: Triplets and semiquavers (Tempo: 92 BPM)
• No. 8: Chorale: Angels We Have Heard on High (Tempo: 84 BPM)

Usage tips

For effective practice, pay close attention to the tempo markings provided for each exercise. Listen carefully to the bass parts or other parts as indicated in the sheet music to ensure proper ensemble balance. Percussionists should follow the specific rhythm instructions provided for their instruments.