The Sonatina is neo-classical in style, paying homage to Hindemith, a composer who championed neo-classicism in the 1920s and 1930s as a way of building bridges between the music of the past and the present in order to show how the techniques of the classical masters are still revelant to modern composers and players. The Sonatina was originally written for piano - now arranged for saxophone quartet by the composer, Chris Gordon.

Arranged for beginner / intermediate saxophone quartet - soprano, alto, tenor & baritone - with each part having an alternate alto & tenor part allowing for groups with different combinations of instruments.

The arrangement may be a little challenging for the beginner, as there are some relatively involved rhythms, but it follows the original very closely so the students may well know the song. It would be fine for intermediate players.

The parts are copied and laid out very clearly to facilitate a fun, easy to play experience.

In addition, there is an optional piano accompaniment part. The part contains notation similar to the sax parts, so could act as a prompt. There are also large font chord symbols for variation or improvisation of the accompaniment. The part could also be handed out to a rhythm section for even more fun.

There is a full transposed score for reference.