E flat major-The Concerto For Alto Saxophone And Orchestra is Alexander Glazunov’s last work; since its first performance in 1934 it has become part of the standard Saxophone repertoire. The sole surviving autograph manuscript is the hand-written dedication score given by Glazunov to Sigurd Raschèr (Raschèr was the founder and leader of the well-known and innovative Raschèr Saxophone Quartet).This score contains the original version of the work without the alterations which were made in the proofs to the orchestral score as well as the full version of the composer’s cadenza which was later shortened. The autograph manuscript also containssome performance markings by Raschèr.The correspondence between Raschèr and Glazunov documents the composer’s thoughts on the work and his recommendations about the size of the accompanying String Orchestra. Evidence from this correspondence has been integrated into this edition.This first scholarly-critical edition of a work by Glazunov contains an informative introduction with commentaries about the history of its composition facsimiles and a critical commentary.The solo part includes both the complete and the shortened version of the cadenza as well as a cadenza by Raschèr which the composer authorised.- Includes the original and new solo cadenzas.- With helpful performance tips by Carina Raschèr the daughter of Sigurd Raschèr.- With an Urtext solo Saxophone part and a second part prepared by Carina Raschèr.- Informative foreword (Ger/Eng).- Full score & performance material (BA8732) and Saxophone & Piano reduction (BA8732-90) available for sale.

Transcription for solo Alto Saxophone and Wind Band. Written in 1970 Robert Muczynski's two-movement Sonata for Alto Saxophone and Piano has become a standard in the Saxophone repertoire.Anthony LaBounty has skilfully adapted this work for Wind Band accompaniment carefully preserving the intent and style of the original with its unique blend of modern tonalities and syncopated rhythmic drive.

(Alto Saxophone Solo with Concert Band)-What better vehicle than the sultry jazz standard Harlem Nocturne to showcase the talents of your alto sax soloist? Arranged with a richly scored accompaniment this will bring back memories of the big band era and be an impressive addition to any concert.

pour Saxophone alto et Orchestre d'harmonie-Divertimento is an outstanding composition by Roger Boutry for Alto Saxophone and Wind Orchestra. This great work is really nice to play and will enlighten the audience. The Orchestra composition required is: 2 Flutes 2 Oboes 2 Bassoons 2 small Clarinets Clarinet I Clarinet II 1 Bass Clarinet 2 Alto Saxophones 2 Tenor Saxophones 1 Baritone Saxophone 4 Horns 4 Bb or C Trumpets 4 Trombone or 3 Trombone and an Euphonium 1 Bb or C Bass 1 Double Bass 1 Harp Timpani Drum and a Celesta. It is divided into three parts: I. “Allegro ma non troppo” is strongly rhythmic and syncopated.It includes a Cadenza by the Solo Saxophone and is written as a tribute to Jazz music. II. “Andante” also includes a Cadenza by the Solo Saxophone but at the end of the section. It is reminiscent of slower blues ballads. III. This part features few sections by the Solo Saxophone but is specially highlighted its ending in a bright and fast finale. This volume features the score and parts for all the instruments. Born in France in 1932 Roger Boutry received numerous prizes including those for Piano Composition and Conducting. He received the Grand Prix de Rome in 1954. His career was quite successful alternating between Harmony professor composer and conductor. He also received numerous prizes for his incredible compositions.