Beloved for his 32 Rose Etudes for Clarinet book, C. Rose -- full name Chrysogone Cyrille Rose was an important French clarinetist, and served as principal clarinet at the Paris Opera. He was a teacher and composer of pedagogical material for the clarinet, much of which (like this 32 Etudes) is still widely in use today. Cyrille Rose was taught by Hyacinthe Klosé. He studied under Klosé at the Paris Conservatoire, winning the First Prize in 1847. He taught many famous clarinet players, such as: Louis Cahuzac, Paul Jean, Manuel Gomez, Francisco Gomez, Henri Lefèbvre, Henri Paradis, Henri Selmer, and Alexandre Selmer.

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These 18 studies represent a revolutionary departure from present day clarinet music literature, because they prepare the clarinetist to read and execute various odd melodic chord formations and intricate rhythmic figures found in the symphonic works by the Modernists.

Developed by virtuoso clarinetist Carl Baermann, this complete method guides the student through multiple exercises to develop range and versatility.

The clarinet studies of Cyrille Rose are basic to learning the instrument. For those students who do not have access to a private teacher, these editions of the Rose Studies can be very helpful. Noted clarinet soloist and educator Dr. Donald E. McCathren adds master lessons to each of the studies.