SKU: AP.1-ADV7482
UPC: 805095074826. English.
Train Talk for saxophone quartet (SATBar/AATBar/AAABar/SAABar) invites you on a merry train ride in shuffle rhythm. As if entering a compartment, the players introduce themselves with solo passages for soprano, alto, and tenor saxophone while the fellow passengers comment on them. The drive of the piece is provided by the baritone saxophone.
SKU: AP.1-ADV7675
UPC: 805095076752. English.
This suite was inspired most notably by the saxophone quartets of Phil Woods and was written in a conscious attempt to wed certain stylistic elements of classical and jazz music. The players are not asked to improvise, but the piece does feature sections that sound spontaneous and freely created. The piece is difficult, but no more so than other quartets, like Glazunov and Desenclos, that are standard repertoire for this instrumentation. Talented high school and all college groups will find success working on this piece. Soft Shadows of the Night features the alto saxophone in a quasi Bolero setting. The piece conveys a feeling of a big city in the tranquil pre-dawn hours---hence the title. Arranged for saxophone quartet (SATBar).
SKU: AP.1-ADV7426
ISBN 9783892215806. UPC: 805095074260. English. Traditional.
The Sleep of the Infant Jesus is a ballad carol that is also a lullaby. Traditionally French, the tune dates before 1800, but the composer is unknown. Although little known, the tune is a beautiful and serene Christmas folk melody. This arrangement for saxophone quartet (SATBar), rather than favoring a soprano solo with accompaniment, strives to include all the players in the music making, particularly by distributing melodic material. In addition, all dynamics and articulations should be taken as suggestions only, as performers are encouraged to make their own interpretations. Arranged for saxophone quartet.
SKU: AP.1-ADV7483
UPC: 805095074833. English.
Jaromo is a cheerful jazz-rock chart by Valentin Hude. In this piece, timing is everything: The clearly defined lines of baritone saxophone and upper parts are interwoven, as is usual in jazz-rock, culminating in many joint kicks. Short written solo passages and a chromatic riff in the middle section give great variety to the music. Arranged for saxophone quartet (SATBar/AATBar/AAABar/SAABar).
SKU: AP.1-ADV7624
ISBN 9783892216896. UPC: 805095076240. English. Transcribed by; ed. Ramon Ricker.
La Fille aux Cheveux de Lin (The Girl with the Flaxen Hair), one of the most beautiful pieces from French impressionist Claude Debussy has been arranged for saxophone quartet (SATBar/AATBar) by Ramon Ricker.
SKU: AP.1-ADV7425
ISBN 9783892215790. UPC: 805095074253. English. Traditional.
Patapan is a French carol attributed to Bernard de la Monnoye who lived from 1641--1728. The title refers to the beating of a drum, and the lyrics also mention other instruments (pipes, fife, and flute). As with many Christmas tunes, Patapan reflects the joyous union of Christmas music with dance, as the lyrics express, when you play your fife and drum, how can anyone be glum? The melody is complimented in this arrangement by the use of a lyrical folk song also used by Tchaikovsky in his 1812 Overture. This arrangement for saxophone quartet, rather than favoring a soprano solo with accompaniment, strives to include all of the players by distributing the melodic material. In addition, all dynamics and articulations should be taken as suggestions only, as performers are encouraged to make their own interpretations. Arranged for saxophone quartet (SATBar).
SKU: AP.1-ADV7695
UPC: 805095076950. English. Traditional.
This is an engaging composition based on the traditional Chanukah tune, Rock of Ages. Ideal for holiday programming, it features the use of ethnic melodic inflections and rich harmonic textures featuring the soprano and tenor saxophone with interludes. Written for saxophone quartet (SATBar).
SKU: AP.1-ADV7652
UPC: 805095076523. English.
The traditional Christmas carol, Stille Nacht, heilige Nacht, or Silent Night now arranged for saxophone quartet (SATBar/AATBar) with a beautiful gospel-style treatment by Frank Reinshagen.
SKU: AP.1-ADV7655
ISBN 9783892217190. UPC: 805095076554. English. Traditional.
Dating from the 18th century, He Is Born, Holy Child is a traditional French carol. The composer and lyricist are anonymous, but translations of the texts have resulted in many references to music, including Sound the pipes, let the trumpets play, Play the oboes and bagpipes merrily, and Bells are ringing, we are singing. This arrangement for saxophone quartet (SATBar) strives to include all the players in the music making, particularly by distributing melodic material. All dynamics and articulations, minimally marked, should be taken as suggestions only, as performers are encouraged to make their own interpretations.
SKU: AP.1-ADV7630
ISBN 9783892216957. UPC: 805095076301. English. Traditional.
Arranged by Friedemann Graef, Oh, Freedom is set for saxophone quartet (SATBar/AATBar).
SKU: AP.1-ADV7424
ISBN 9783892215783. UPC: 805095074246. English. Traditional.
Jolly Old Saint Nicholas is an American traditional carol by an anonymous composer. St. Nicholas is associated with a priest serving in Asia Minor who was consecrated as Archbishop in Myra, then was made a patron Saint of the Russian Orthodox Church. Legend has it that he was generous and kind to children and practiced gift giving in secrecy at night. This charming, gentle tune blends well with Pachelbel's Canon in D, and performers are urged not to take a beginning tempo too fast that would rush the coming eighth notes. This arrangement for saxophone quartet (SATBar), rather than favoring a soprano solo with accompaniment, strives to include all the players in the music making, particularly by distributing melodic material. In addition, all dynamics and articulations should be taken as suggestions only, as performers are encouraged to make their own interpretations.
SKU: AP.1-ADV7631
UPC: 805095076318. English. Traditional.
Part of Friedemann Graef's Spiritual Suite, Joshua Fit the Battle of Jericho has been arranged for saxophone quartet (SATBar/AATBar).
SKU: AP.1-ADV7679
ISBN 9783892217404. UPC: 805095076790. English.
After the introduction of the theme by the soloist, the supporting voices join in taking an active part and converting the oboe's soliloqui into a dialogue. An expressive, marvelous theme dominates the second movement, the suspense of which does not ease until the composition proceeds to the concluding rondeau. Arranged for saxophone quartet (SATBar).
SKU: AP.1-ADV7475
ISBN 9783954810086. UPC: 805095074758. English.
A Kiss in Rio features a samba groove arranged for saxophone quartet! Valentin Hude's new arrangement with basic rhythms and a beautiful melody brings a summer atmosphere to the rehearsal room. Playable with variable instrumentations: SATBar, AATBar, AAABar, SAABar.
SKU: AP.1-ADV7428
ISBN 9783892215820. UPC: 805095074284. English. Traditional.
Infant Holy, Born So Lowly is one of the oldest traditional Polish Christmas songs and can be found in present day hymnals. A simple folk tune, the origins of this stately melody date from the 13th or 14th century. The lyrics depict a manger song, and the music has been performed as a circle dance. This arrangement for saxophone quartet (SATBar), rather than favoring a soprano solo with accompaniment, strives to include all the players in the music making by distributing the melodic material. In addition, all dynamics and articulations, minimally marked, should be taken as suggestions only, as performers are encouraged to make their own interpretations.
SKU: AP.1-ADV7423
ISBN 9783892215776. UPC: 805095074239. English. Traditional.
Gloucestershire Wassail is associated with an English custom that was observed at Christmas time. A large, decorated bowl of spiced ale was hoisted through town by a group of carolers---Yule serenaders---in a tradition that has its roots in the beggars of the Middle Ages and Pagan festivals. The tune is therefore associated with Christmas revelry and joy. Gloucestershire Wassail probably dates from the 18th century, and is considered a traditional English tune. This arrangement for saxophone quartet (SATBar), rather than favoring a soprano solo with accompaniment, strives to include all the players in the music making, particularly by distributing the melodic material. In addition, all dynamics and articulations should be taken as suggestions only, as performers are encouraged to make their own interpretations.
SKU: AP.1-ADV7429
UPC: 805095074291. English.
The lyrics for As with Gladness Men of Old were written by Englishman William Dix (1837--1898) in the 1860s, reportedly on the day of the Epiphany while Dix was sick in bed. The tune was included in a collection of German chorales edited by Conrad Kocher and published in the 1830s. As a testimony to the flexibility of such music, the hymn is also sung during Thanksgiving under the title For the Beauty of the Earth. This arrangement for saxophone quartet (SATBar)---rather than favoring a soprano solo with accompaniment---strives to include all of the players in the music making, particularly by distributing the melodic material. All dynamics and articulations, minimally marked, should be taken as suggestions only, as performers are encouraged to make their own interpretations.
SKU: AP.1-ADV7696
UPC: 805095076967. English. Traditional.
This lively version of the traditional Christmas carol, Jingle Bells, has been arranged for saxophone quartet (SATBar) by Dennis C. Anderson and is ideal for an encore performance.
SKU: AP.1-ADV7457
UPC: 805095074574. English.
Being an extremely shortened version of the original composition, this arrangement of Ravel's Boléro provides for a smaller but nevertheless comparatively intense dramatic arc. Its astonishing appeal to the audience remains unimpaired. The piece is excellently suited for any concert situation. Arranged by Christoph Enzel for saxophone quartet (SATBar).
SKU: AP.1-ADV7671
UPC: 805095076714. English.
Inspired by Paul Klee's 1918 painting Submerged Landscape and Blue Gouache the composition is very slow moving throughout and should have a hushed, veiled atmosphere. Arranged for saxophone quartet (SATBar/AATBar).
SKU: AP.1-ADV7407
ISBN 9783892215622. UPC: 805095074079. English.
Hasta Luego Sr. Maya is a jazz ballad arranged for saxophone quartet (SATBar).
SKU: AP.1-ADV7694
UPC: 805095076943. English. Words by John Newton.
This simple melodic rendering of the traditional hymn Amazing Grace is dedicated to the events of 9/11/2001, and is written for four xaxophones (SATBar), featuring the alto saxophone.
SKU: AP.1-ADV7651
UPC: 805095076516. English. Traditional.
The lyrics for this German Christmas carol Leise rieselt der Schnee, or Softly Falls the Snow was originally written by Eduard Ebel (1839--1905), a Protestant pastor, poet and composer. It has now been arranged by Frank Reinshagen for saxophone quartet (SATBar/AATBar).
SKU: AP.1-ADV7632
ISBN 9783892216971. UPC: 805095076325. English. Traditional.
Part of Friedemann Graef's Spiritual Suite, By and By has been arranged for saxophone quartet (SATBar/AATBar).
SKU: AP.1-ADV7476
ISBN 9783954810154. UPC: 805095074765. English.
In this adaptation of Bach's keyboard work, Italian Concerto (BWV 971), all players serve in a variety of roles as soloist, as a small group within the ensemble, and as a tutti ensemble. For the sake of authenticity, all of Bach's original instructions, embellishments, and articulations have been included and adjusted as necessary. Arranged for SATBar saxophone quartet.
SKU: AP.1-ADV7477
UPC: 805095074772. English.
Written in tribute to all mothers, but especially the composer's mother Florilyn, who died at the age of 90 in 2008, each of the four movements in this grade 3 suite may be performed independently of the others with excellent results. Movement 1 is a plaintive waltz with lush romantic harmonies. Movement 2 is a comedic interpolation featuring portions of two etudes by Muzio Clementi and the tick-tick sound of the typewriter. Conflict, reconciliation, resolution, and acceptance is the conveyed essence of movement 3. And with a reverent duet introduction, the final movement of Elégie à nos mères commemorates the end of Florilyn's long life. Arranged for saxophone quartet (SATBar).
SKU: AP.1-ADV7616
UPC: 805095076165. English. Transcribed by by Trent Kynaston.
The Fugue predates Debussy's mature impressionistic style but is none the less a beautiful piece of music and perfectly suited to the saxophone quartet.
SKU: AP.1-ADV7473
ISBN 9783892218531. UPC: 805095074734. English.
Dating back to ca. 1770, Harmoniemusik was originally conceived for wind orchestras and was mainly played at open-air concerts as Tafelmusik (table music). Though the composers themselves typically adapted their own music for such purposes, this Rossini masterpiece, The Barber of Seville, was not and is beautifully rendered here for saxophone quartet.
SKU: AP.1-ADV7472
ISBN 9783892218524. UPC: 805095074727. English.
SKU: AP.1-ADV7408
ISBN 9783892215639. UPC: 805095074086. English.
The Pavane for a Dead Princess is considered to be one of Ravel's most popular works. The solemn and stately court dance strutting along in an even pulse turns into a melancholic, yet not sombre dirge. The arrangement on hand is in line with the orchestral version written by Ravel himself in 1910 and constitutes part of the series Ravel for Saxophone Quartet including publications of, among others, Ma Mère L'Oye (Mother Goose), Trois Chansons (Three Songs), and Le Tombeau de Couperin.
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