Book one contains 66 exercises by Charles Fricke which focus upon: wide interval studies; complex rhythms such as 16th and 32nd note combinations; finger speed; rapid single and triple tonguing; lyrical playing; ornamentation (trills, grace notes, turns/grupettos); cadenzas. Mostly playable keys up to 4 flats (no sharp keys). Final etudes are technically level 6 or virtuosic. 52 pages. -pc