The New Weissenborn Method for Bassoon by Douglas E. Spaniol. Hal Leonard, 2010/2013, SB, 179 pages. This is based on the Practical Bassoon Method with Complete Theoretical Explanations for teacher and Pupil by Julius Weissenborn (1837-1888). This book includes a history of the Weissenborn Method, a brief history of the bassoon, the parts of the bassoon, care of bassoon, reeds, tone production, posture and hand position, and a bibliography. It also includes practical exercises introducing notes, major and minor scales, and fingerings, etc.