This collection is appropriate for both intermediate and advanced players. Some of the technical skills incorporated in these style studies are: lyrical playing, changing meters, asymmetrical meters, rubato playing, articulation, triple tonguing, large leaps, key signatures up to 3 sharps/4 flats, finger speed and facility in both slurred and articulated passages. Range is moderate, mostly low to upper mid-range playing, rarely ascending above A above the staff until the last few etudes. 27 pages. pc