This work is the result of years of collaboration with motivated, talented pupils and students. We have summarised our ideas and exercises in the form of targeted tips for independent practice in "fagottbasis". Suggestions from our teachers and colleagues, whom we would like to thank explicitly, have been combined with our own ideas and experiences. We make no claim to completeness, since, as is well known, many roads lead to Rome.
It is extremely important to us to deal critically with "fagottbasis". Even if one cannot always agree, we hope that the systematic discussion of the matter will bring success. The constant challenge and the will to fill the daily practice with new insights and experiences are the basis for later free and relaxed music making.
"fagottbasis" is intended to provide help, open up new perspectives and be a competent companion for daily practising. However, it is essential to think along when practising, avoids pointless and inefficient work and leads more quickly to satisfying results. The prerequisite for this is open-mindedness and honesty towards oneself. Of course, "fagottbasis" cannot and should not replace a good teacher in any case!
