SKU: PR.114419850
ISBN 9781491135808. UPC: 680160681044. 9 x 12 inches.
Both a spectacular concerto for saxophone, and a dramatic tone poem on Roman mythology, QUICKSILVER is a 23-minute concerto for Alto Saxophone and Wind Ensemble by one of the sax literature’s most commissioned and admired composers.Through worded captions as well as gorgeously expressive tone painting, Movement 1 depicts the birth and childhood pranks of Mercury, Movement 2 shows him escorting souls to the gates of the Underworld, and Movement 3 is a phantasmagoric finale portraying Mercury as messenger amid the conflicts of other mythological figures. There are many YouTube performances available, both in the original version with Wind Ensemble, and with Piano.In addition to being another name for the element mercury, “quicksilver†is used to describe something that changes quickly or is difficult to contain. My concerto of the same name was inspired by the Roman god Mercury, as well as the mercurial nature of the saxophone: unpredictable, very lively, and volatile. Mercury (known as Hermes in Greek mythology) is best known for his winged shoes, which allowed him to fly swiftly as the messenger of his fellow Olympians. Mercury had other duties too, including serving as the god of merchants, travelers, and tricksters; he also ushered souls of the departed to the Underworld.Quicksilver tells three tales of the Roman god. The first movement (Antics of a Newborn God) opens with the birth of Mercury; after he takes his first steps, he toddles around, gleefully looking for mischief. He stumbles across a herd of cows that belong to his brother Apollo; Mercury slyly lets the cows out of their pen before toddling onward with his mischief-making.In the second movement (Guiding Souls to the Underworld), Pluto, god of the Underworld, bids Mercury to bring him fresh souls. The movement begins with death-knells tolling for humans who are about to die; Mercury picks up these souls and leads them down to the gates of the Underworld.The third and final movement (Messenger of Olympus) depicts Mercury as he is busily running errands for various gods and goddesses. We first encounter him mid-flight as he dashes to earth to find Aeneas, a Trojan lieutenant who had been run out of Troy by the invading Greeks. Aeneas is on a quest to find land on which to establish a new city that would eventually become Rome. While traveling, he is distracted from his quest when he meets the beautiful queen Dido. They live together for many years before Mercury intervenes; he chastises Aeneas for giving up on his quest and persuades him to pick it up again. As Aeneas mournfully resumes his journey, we hear Dido perish of a broken heart. Mercury then takes to the skies to seek out Perseus, who is preparing to kill Medusa, the hideous gorgon who has snakes for hair and a gaze that turns those who catch her glance into stone. Mercury advises Perseus on how to slay Medusa and lends Perseus his sword to do the deed. We hear Perseus victorious in the beheading of Medusa, after which Mercury takes to the skies once more to fly home to Olympus.
SKU: HL.50601598
8.0x11.75 inches.
The catalogue of Edison Denisov's works includes 16 concertos. It was a genre to which he returned time and again throughout his life, from the Concerto for Cello and Orchestra of 1972 to the Double Concerto for Flute, Clarinet and Orchestra of 1996.In Denisov's music the role of the soloist, or rather the protagonist, is extraordinarily important, not so much for its virtuosity as for its confessional character. The solo part is a monologue distinguished by poetic diction and a very personal message from thecomposer. The dramaturgical conception of the Concerto for Saxophone and Orchestra, a reworking of the Viola Concerto of 1986, draws on traditional sonata form, thereby reaffirming the ubiquitous classicism in Denisov's thought. In this late work, we find all the typical features of his style: sinuous melodic lines layered into dense contrapuntal textures, and an interplay of orchestral colours, with pure sonorities contrasting with complex mixtures of sounds. It is a perfect dramaturgy that governs the evolution of the music to the very end. The first movement assumes the role of a sonata-allegro, with the standard formal sections of exposition, development,recapitulation and coda. The second movement is an Adagio for strings. The third takes the form of a little contrasting intermezzo that introduces both new thematic material and a new range of colours. Here tunefulness gives way to pointillism enriched with soniceffects. The only movement with a virtuosic solo part, its nervousness and inner tension set it worlds apart from the second and fourth movements that surround it. The fourth movement assumes the traditional form of a final set of variations. It is the dramaturgical and semantic heart of the concerto. The theme of the variations is Franz Schubert's Impromptu in B-flat major, op. 142, which in this case is 'born' from the celesta as the product of a dodecaphonic string cluster. This finale represents Denisov's homage to his great mentor, Schubert's music being for him a symbol of eternal and universal beauty. 'The attentive listener', Denisov stressed, 'will recognise that the Impromptu theme is already suggested very slowly in the course of the three preceding movements, not only thematically, but also psychologically. That's what makes the appearance of the Schubert theme sound so natural.' The variations relate to the variation genre less in their form than in their spiritual and conceptual metamorphoses. It is, one might say, 'music round about Schubert'. (Ekaterina Kouprovskaia-Denisova).
SKU: HL.49016046
ISBN 9780793525850. UPC: 073999305807. 305 X 229 inches.
Contents: Album Leaf (Grieg) • Canzonetta (D'Ambrosio) • Fantasy Piece (Schumann) • Gypsy Rondo (Haydn) • Intermezzo (Granados) • Larghetto (Dvorák) • Minuet (Haydn) • Nocturne (Chopin)• The Old Castle (Mussorgsky) • Romantic Piece (Dvorák) • Rondo (Mozart) • Sicilienne and Allegro (Bach) • Sonatine (Ravel) • Vocalise (Rachmaninoff).
Although many outstanding composers have written for the saxophone, its comparatively late invention leaves a great void in its literature - namely that of pre-20th Century music. If the saxophonist wishes to perform this music, he must turn to transcriptions, and that is what we find in this volume. Selected and edited by Larry Teal, always with the qualities and limitations of the instrument in mind, these pieces for Alto Saxophone with Piano accompaniment, range in era and style from Haydn to Granados. Selected for the ABRSM Alto and Baritone examinations grades 6 and 7.
SKU: PR.144406060
UPC: 680160621842. 9 x 12 inches.
Three Dance Preludes is one of an impressive list of commissions by master saxophonist John Sampen, who premiered the piece at the 1982 World Saxophone Congress with pianist Marilyn Shrude. The three preludes pay homage to jazz greats Charlie Parker, Lee Konitz, and Jimmy Dorsey, and are to be performed with a sound style that emulates each. Hodkinson also points out that the piano is neither accompanimental nor secondary in any sense, but a full partner in the duet. For advanced performers. Duration: 13'.
SKU: BT.AMP-383-400
ISBN 9789043135818. 9x12 inches. English-German-French-Dutch.
Part of the ANGLO MUSIC PLAY-ALONG Series, Philip Sparkes 15 INTERMEDIATE CLASSICAL SOLOS is aimed at the young instrumentalist who can play about an octave and a half and follows on from Sparkes 15 EASY CLASSICAL SOLOS. Specifically tailored to suitthe individual instrument, this book introduces the developing player to the world of the classics by using simple yet attractive melodies that fit their limited range.
The carefully selected pieces include music from the 17th to the 19th century and cover a wide variety of styles, from Handel to Tchaikovsky and from Clementi to Brahms.
The book will provide invaluable additional material to complement any teaching method and includes both piano accompaniment and a demo/play-along CD.
Genau auf jedes Instrument zugeschnitten, ermöglichen die sorgfältig ausgewählten Melodien noch mehr Spielerfahrung mit klassischer Musik. Die Stücke umfassen verschiedene Stilrichtungen und Komponisten wie z.B. Händel, Tschaikowsky, Clementi undBrahms.
Jeder Band bietet wertvolles Ergänzungsmaterial, das zu jeder Instrumentalschule passt und enthält sowohl Klavier- als auch CD-Begleitungen.
SKU: HL.49045907
ISBN 9783795710507. UPC: 888680792671. 9.0x12.0x0.239 inches.
The Easy Concert Pieces series for alto saxophone and piano provide easy to intermediate pieces from the Renaissance to the modern era for music lessons, concert performances or private music-making. The volumes with accompanying CD add to the not very extensive repertoire of performance pieces for saxophone. They were carefully selected according to technical and musical requirements and arearranged in three volumes according to their level of difficulty. All pieces are included on the accompanying CD as demo and play-along versions (piano accompaniment). The piano part contained in the volume is very easy so that it can even be played by a pupil, e.g. at a music school concert. Volume 1 (ED 22553) contains easy pieces which mainly range from d' to c'', occasionally even to d'''. The keys range from C to D major or the respective minor keys. This volume contains works by Charpentier, Vivaldi, Handel, Bach, Haydn, Mozart, Beethoven, Smetana, Putz, Moser, and others. Volume 2 (ED 22554) contains intermediate pieces ranging from c' to e''', with unusual metres and demisemiquavers appearing occasionally. Including works by Wolkenstein, Peuerl, Schein, Purcell, Telemann, Handel, Mozart, Beethoven, Gounod, Humperdinck, Elgar, and others. Volume 3 (ED 22942) - in preparation: Will contain pieces at even higher levels of difficulty and add further works to the repertoire.
SKU: YM.GTW01101670
ISBN 9784636113440. 12 x 9 inches.
Debussy and Ravel are the most famous impressionist composers. This book contains a selection of pieces from their piano compositions, arranged for alto saxophone and piano ensemble. We hope that this new arrangement will enable a wider audience to enjoy the exquisite melodies of these songs! *Both the video of the model performance and the video of the performance commentary can be viewed at the URL given in this book. Performers in the video: Alto Saxophone - Kohei Ueno / Piano - Takuya Uchikado.
SKU: AP.36-BSMIS112
ISBN 9798892704540. UPC: 659359620744. English.
The Bruce Broughton Solo Series features solos by one of the country's most outstanding composers of concert and film music. This new series by seven-time Emmy award winning composer features music that is notable for its wonderfully rich harmonies, flowing melodies, and rhythmic vitality. These pieces are ideal for recitals and contests and are great teaching pieces that appeal to performers and audiences alike.
These products are currently being prepared by a new publisher. While many items are ready and will ship on time, some others may see delays of several months.
SKU: FL.FX073547
The young musicians will love playing this piece that will find its place in an exam or a concert. - Pascal SAINT-LEGER ; A piece that can be played from 2 years of instrument practice ; Instruments: 1 Alto Saxophone 1 Piano; Difficuly Level: Grade 2.
SKU: HL.49044175
ISBN 9790001181013. UPC: 841886018266. 9.0x12.0x0.045 inches.
A wedding without a famous wedding march - unimaginable! Wagner's 'Bridal Chorus' from 'Lohengrin' and Mendelssohn's 'Wedding March' from the incidental music of 'A Midsummer Night's Dream' vie for the favour of bridal couples and wedding parties. If, however, the music shall be festive, Mendelssohn's background music for the wedding ceremony remains first choice. In order that the march cannot only be performed with the organ but also with a melodic instrument with piano (or organ) accompaniment, the present editions provide easy-to-play arrangements.
SKU: FG.55011-432-6
ISBN 9790550114326.
According to the composer, the sonata for alto saxophone and piano, which he regards as his first mature composition, takes its title from the astronomical term referring to the spacetime boundary in a black hole beyond which light can no longer escape - a point of no return. Event Horizons is an intensely emotional piece, stemming from reflections on the immensity of the universe and one's own place in it. The title was merely a catalyst, an image that sparked the creative process. Whittall was also greatly affected by the spaciousness and subtle intricacies of Eastern music - the gamelan music of Bali in particularly. Much of the resulting music is reminiscent of the ringing of bells or gongs, which in so many cultures has great ceremonial and spiritual importance. They can be seen as a symbol of connection between the natural and meta-physical worlds. At its core, Event Horizons is an intense rite of passage, a quest for ultimate understanding, and perhaps reaches it, at least in part.
SKU: HL.14001644
ISBN 9780711997479. 9.0x12.0x0.215 inches.
To play a bit of jazz can be a most enjoyable and rewarding experience. Try it! Alto Saxophone with Piano accompaniment.
SKU: FL.FX073463
The Saxophone du cote de chez Proust is a series of pieces composed by Pascal PROUST with piano accompaniment. Each piece is also published separately.This volume puts together 5 original pieces that can be played from 5 years of saxophone practice. ; Instruments: 1 Alto Saxophone 1 Piano; Difficuly Level: Grade 3.
SKU: FL.FX073462
The Saxophone du cote de chez Proust is a series of pieces composed by Pascal PROUST with piano accompaniment. Each piece is also published separately.This volume puts together 5 original pieces that can be played from 4 years of saxophone practice. ; Instruments: 1 Alto Saxophone 1 Piano; Difficuly Level: Grade 3.
SKU: FL.FX073461
The Saxophone du cote de chez Proust is a series of pieces composed by Pascal PROUST with piano accompaniment. Each piece is also published separately.This volume puts together 4 original pieces that can be played from 3 years of saxophone practice. ; Instruments: 1 Alto Saxophone 1 Piano; Difficuly Level: Grade 2.
SKU: HL.48183554
UPC: 888680870263. 9x12 inches.
“Famous pieces for Eb Alto Saxophone and Piano ' Vol. 2 is the second volume of an anthology of famous pieces, transcribed and adapted by Marcel Mule. Part of the collection 'Classics for Saxophone', this volume features nine classical pieces: - Chanson de printemps, by Mendelssohn - Orphée ' Champs-Élysées scene, by Gluck - La reine de Golconde - Gavotte, by Monsigny - Grave, by Tartini - Ballet des petits riens, by Mozart - Petite valse, by Beethoven - Petite valse et tyrolienne, by Weber - Sérénade, by Schubert - Scènes d'enfants - Rêverie, by Schumann Marcel Mule (1901-2001) is one of the greatest French saxophonists, renowned worldwide for his work on the classical Saxophone repertoire. He was teaching his students how to obtain a good quality of sound and believed it was dependent on the embouchure, the emission, the mastery of vibrato and thus, of breathing. He wrote different methods that focus on technique, articulation and tone productions such as 'Eighteen exercises or etudes', 'Daily exercises after Terschack' or '30 Great exercises and studies after Soussmann' (in two books), among others.&rdquo.
SKU: HL.48185433
UPC: 888680914646. 9.0x12.0x0.133 inches.
Favourite pieces for Alto Saxophone and Piano ? Vol. 3 is the third volume of an anthology of famous pieces, transcribed and adapted by Marcel Mule. Part of the collection ?Classics for Saxophone?, this volume features ten classical pieces of medium difficulty: - Suite d'orchestre en Ut - Bourree - BWV 1066, by J. S. Bach - Achille et Deidamie - Gavotte des bergers, by Campra - Isse - Pastorale et Passepied, by Destouches - Gavottes, Sicilienne et Guigue, by Handel - Adagio, by Leclair - Air tendre et courante, by Lully - Les moutons - Gavotte, by Martini - Romance sans parole (N20) , by Mendelssohn - Tambourin, by Mondonville - Le Temple de la Gloire - Gavotte, by Rameau. Marcel Mule (1901-2001) is one of the greatest French saxophonists, renowned worldwide for his work on the classical Saxophone repertoire. He was teaching his students how to obtain a good quality of sound and believed it was dependent on the embouchure, the emission, the mastery of vibrato and thus of breathing. He wrote different methods that focus on technique, articulation and tone productions such as 'Eighteen exercises or etudes', 'Daily exercises after Terschack' or '30 Great exercises and studies after Soussmann' (in two books), among others..
SKU: HL.49017073
ISBN 9790001150996. UPC: 841886010406.
With this three-movement sonatina, the Orff student Hermann Regner contributes again his share to modern teaching and competition literature. In three movements (Allegro, Larghetto, Animato), this sonatina for alto saxophone and piano provides a cheerful and varied music that leaves enough creative scope. The moderately difficult piano part allows for the accompaniment by a pupil or student. Thus, the sonatina is also perfectly suited for recital evenings.
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