Sonata is a piece for Bb Soprano Saxophone and Piano composed by G. P. Telemann (1681-1767) and reviewed by Jean-Marie Londeix. Highly melodious this piece subtitled “Sicilianna” is quite challenging (upper intermediate/advanced level) and lasts 7 and a half minutes. The four parts of this piece are: 1. Andante (12/8 – tempo 50) 2. Spiritoso (3/4 – tempo 100) 3. Andante (4/4 – tempo 72) and Vivace (2/4 – tempo 120). Jean-Marie Londeix is a musician who studied the Saxophone and the Piano. He also had some strong knowledge of chamber music harmonies and of music history and obtained aFirst Prize and a Prize of Honour at the Paris Conservatoire.

A collection of 7 original pieces for Alto or Tenor Saxophone with Piano accompaniment. The styles range from rock and jazz to gospel and latin presenting a varied and interesting repeRtoire. The book comes with Backing CD which includes full examples of the Piano parts. Suitable for Grades 4-8