SKU: HL.48182636

UPC: 888680834173. 9.0x12.0x0.08 inches.

Composed by Pierre-Max Dubois, Six Caprices is a set in six parts for two Saxophones (either 2 Soprani, 2 Alti, or two equal Clarinets). The total duration of the work is approximately 15 minutes. Quite difficult, these caprices would be ideal for an upper intermediate or an advanced player. It is divided as per below: 1. Prelude ? Vivo 2. Fugue ? Allegro Vigoroso 3. Impression ? Andante Misterioso 4. Perpetuum mobile ? Vivace 5. Scherzando ? A 1 temps 6. Theme Varie ? Tempo de Minuetto Pierre Max Dubois (1930-1995) is a French composer who was awarded the Prix de Rome in 1955. Mainly composing classical music, his works are mainly for woodwinds. He is one of the founder of the Les Six, which included his professor, Darius Milhaud..

SKU: HL.48180415

UPC: 888680795399. 9.0x12.0x0.056 inches.

Initially composed in 1907 for bass voice and piano, Habanera by Maurice Ravel was transcribed for Bb soprano saxophone and piano for this edition. Based on a Cuban contradanza, it features a special habanera rhythm and is generally performed with sung lyrics. In this edition, the saxophone is a substitute for the voice. While composing this piece, Maurice Ravel was also working on two works with Spanish influence: The Spanish Rhapsody and The Spanish Hour. This edition, which can be used for recitals and exams, will enlighten saxophone players. Maurice Ravel (1875-1937) is a French composer is really famous for his Impressionist contributions. He wrote numerous pieces, including Daphnis and Chloé and the famous Bollero.

SKU: HL.48186516

UPC: 888680866570. 10.5x13.5x0.267 inches.

In two volumes, Hyacinthe Klose (1808-1880), a virtuoso wind player of his day, provides detailed, progressive exercises and studies for the Saxophone. Complete Method for all Saxophones is essential to all saxophonists seeking to improve their technique on the instrument. Klose's second volume gives focus to the technique of the instrument, including phrasing, intervals, scales, chromaticism, ornamentation, accidentals, breath control, articulation, dynamics and performance directions, among other musical aspects. Moreover, Complete Method for all Saxophones contains technical studies to ensure adequate comprehension of a range of techniques. It is stated in the introduction that this Klose series was compiled as a response to the considerable evolution of the instrument at the time. With detailed notes in French and English, and with the book being adaptable to any Saxophone, Complete Method for all Saxophones is versatile and crucial to the progress of any Saxophone player..