(Jazz Play-Along Volume 90). By Thelonious Monk. Jazz Play Along. Softcover with CD. 64 pages. Published by Hal Leonard

Fanfare Band (Score) - Grade 4

SKU: HL.4007985

For Fanfare Band. Composed by Otto M. Schwarz. Concert. Duration 350 seconds. Hal Leonard #SDP075-21-101. Published by Hal Leonard (HL.4007985).

Saxpack was commissioned for the centenary of the Polizeimusik Wien (Vienna police orchestra). One of the most prolific saxophonists in all of Austria, Gert Kolaja, is a member of this professional orchestra. One of Otto M. Schwarz's goals in his compositions for concert band is to continually develop and expand the genre. That is why Saxpack features a fully composed crime scne, complete with high-speed chases and experiencing Vienna at night. The work is composed in a very modern style, incorporating many contemporary saxophone techniques. As well as switching from alto to soprano saxophone, the piece offers ample opportunity to improvise. This is definitely a piece that saxophonists, band, and listeners will enjoy.