SKU: HL.4007909
Crossover Suite No. 1 comprises of five stylistically very diverse movements. 1. Introduction: A brisk opening leads to a bass groove on baritone saxophone. Various animated stylistic elements such as finger snaps are contrasted with 'straighter' elements familiar from march music. 2. Viennese Waltz: A waltz in a minor key, with the characteristic and unmistakable accompaniment in the Viennese style. 3. Roundabout: Roundabout is a rondo with recurring motifs and a point of rest in the adagio. 4. Stomps and Claps: As the name suggests, the work is performed with the help of hands and feet. Body percussion alternates with technically demanding passages. 5. Finale: A rapid final movement with a dolce middle part leads to a furious closing section with changes of meter and some dynamic surprises. Each movement can also stand on its own, but when performed as a complete suite this compositition shows off the full breadth and capability of a saxophone quartet.
SKU: AP.1-ADV7421
UPC: 805095074215. English.
Originally written for solo keyboard, this pair of sonatas from the late Baroque render beautifully for modern saxophone quartets. The first is a slow andante in 3/4; the second is an energetic allegro in 3/8 time. Together they will bring a sense of artistic integrity to any concert.
SKU: AP.1-ADV7609
ISBN 9783892216759. UPC: 805095076097. English.
Air is from the repertoire of the Berlin Saxophone Quartet and has been arranged for SATB Saxophone Quartet by Friedmann Graef.
SKU: AP.1-ADV7621
UPC: 805095076219. English.
Writing these arrangements, Frank Reinshagen has created little masterpieces, which broaden the rhythmical and harmonic context of the original tunes in an interesting manner without detracting from their archaic and melancholic character. These original tunes are---in a direct or wider sense---of Celtic origin, in other words, they have been borrowed from the Irish, Scottish and Gaelic musical tradition. These through-composed arrangements are rather easy to perform from the rhythmical and technical point of view. Yet, they are quite demanding in respect of the key they are written in, their intonation and, especially, their interpretation. Their different instrumentations are fully compatible with each other and, due to their overall structure, they are also suitable to be played with multi-scored parts. Annotation on Aignish on the Machair. The arrangement of Aignish on the Machair illustrates, above all, the melancholic character inherent in the harmonies of the original tune. A short rubato passage is followed by several variations over the flowing melody in 3/4- time. The short triplet passages embedded in these variations are quite demanding from the technical point of view; considering the key they are written in, however, these passages are not too difficult to play.
SKU: AP.1-ADV7422
ISBN 9783892215769. UPC: 805095074222. English. Traditional.
Noels (the French spelling) are old but enduring carols that often tell a ballad-like story. Nowells (English spelling) are likely derived from and developed by English wandering minstrels. Both carols and nowells are often in 3/4 meter, lending themselveswell to dance. The First Nowell is one of a few carols that survived a ban on Christmas by the English Parliament in 1645. The tune is one of the oldest ballad carols, perhaps dating back to 1500, and likely originating in England. This arrangement of The First Nowell has multiple settings of the 3/4 time 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 throughout the ensemble. In addition, all dynamics and articulations should be taken as suggestions only, as performers are encouraged to make their own interpretations.
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-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-ADV7432
UPC: 805095074321. English.
A Chinese-styled barn burner for the advanced saxophone quartet. An intensely paced crowd pleaser with heated action for all the saxophones. With its showcase of technique and group cohesion, this is a great piece to cap a performance.
SKU: AP.1-ADV7647
ISBN 9783892217114. UPC: 805095076479. English.
These saxophone quartets are available together with a play-along CD, offering every musician of the quartet the possibility of working on his part at home---in addition to quartet rehearsals. The written parts do not include the phrasings of the improvisations on the CD, which is meant to induce the students to imitate those phrasings. Imitation is an essential step on the students' way to learning how to phrase in jazz. These solos are by no means obligatory. The notated chords serve as a basis for those who wish to improvise and create their own solos.
SKU: AP.1-ADV7676
ISBN 9783892217374. UPC: 805095076769. 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. Trance Dance, is a rhythmically grooving 12/8 feel that features the tenor and baritone saxophones.
SKU: AP.1-ADV7654
ISBN 9783892217183. UPC: 805095076547. English. Traditional Carol.
Herbei, O Ihr Gläub'gen (Adeste fideles, or O Come, All Ye Faithful) has been arranged for saxophone quartet (AATBar) by Eberhard Michaely. After a rubato introduction, the groove in 5/4 time immediately sets in and runs through the remainder of the piece. The unusual time signature creates a flowing melody. The first alto part features a funky solo, which can be played ad lib or as written.
SKU: AP.1-ADV7434
ISBN 9783892215882. UPC: 805095074345. English.
This collection of short compositions contains a variety of classical masterpieces. These arrangements will be useful as style and sonority etudes, encores, and short concert works. Titles: J.-B. Lully: Air des Hautbois (folies d'espagne) * R. Schumann: Waldszenen op. 82: Eintritt * F. W. Gluck: Andante aus don Juan * F. W. Gluck: Allegretto aus Don Juan * F. Schubert: Choral aus Der Tod und das Mädchen * F. Chopin: op. 28/4 * F. Chopin: op. 28/6 * F. Chopin: op. 28/7 * D. Scarlatti: Sonata L418 * G. Puccini: Scherzo * F. Schubert: Moment Musical No. 3 * L. v. Beethoven: Sonata op. 27/2 (Mondschein).
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-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).
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