SKU: HL.48183857

UPC: 888680861193. 0.11 inches.

“Spanish pianist and composer, Isaac Albéniz (1860-1909) was a child prodigy. He passed the Piano entrance exam for the Paris Conservatoire at age seven, but he was refused entry due to his young age. He composed many works containing Spanish influence, Three Pieces for Saxophone Quartet being no exception. When he was 16, Albéniz studied at the Leipzig Conservatory and the Royal Conservatory of Brussels. His concert career saw him perform all over the world. The Three Pieces are, 1) Love Song, 2) Berceuse, and 3) Summer. This collection, adapted for Saxophone Quartet by Marcel Mule is a sublime addition to the ensemble's repertoire. ”.

SKU: AP.1-ADV7675

UPC: 805095076752. 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. Soft Shadows of the Night features the alto saxophone in a quasi Bolero setting. The piece conveys a feeling of a big city in the tranquil pre-dawn hours---hence the title. Arranged for saxophone quartet (SATBar).

SKU: HL.48180918

UPC: 888680858148. 9.0x12.0x0.177 inches.

This quartet for saxophones, entitled Introduction and Variations on a Popular Rondo by Gabriel Pierné, is a standard in the saxophone quartet repertoire. Composed in 1934 and dedicated to the Marcel Mule Quartet, this piece for advanced players is as bright and cheerful as a round dance should be, and yet, quite delicate and light in terms of writing. With many ornaments and variations, Introduction and Variations begins slowly but is interrupted twice by the rondo. Gabriel Pierné (1863-1937) won the Prix de Rome in 1882. The composer wrote many chamber compositions, piano pieces, symphonic music and some oratorios.

SKU: AP.1-ADV7663

UPC: 805095076639. English.

This piece could be best described as a classically constructed piece with a jazz attitude. The tonal language has more to do with 20th century chamber music than jazz, as do the form and the structure of the movements. The rhythmic language probably comes more from jazz than from the classical area, although at times the piece could go either way. The same could be said for the phrasing and articulation.

SKU: FT.FM563

ISBN 9790570484621.

This quartet was written to cater for developing quartets and players, who may not have access to a baritone saxophone. It's a gentle and responsive piece exploiting the homogeneous nature of the saxophone family. This is demonstrated in the way the instruments move together in close harmony.. With more than a touch of jazz to the harmonies, a great short piece for lower grade players.

SKU: FT.FM562

ISBN 9790570484614.

This quartet was written to cater for developing quartets and players, who may not have access to a baritone saxophone. It features four themed sections, each one capturing a different mood and style. A fast 6/8, a lyrical 3/4, a melancholy 4/4 with a more imposing final section and a reprise of the 6/8 section to finish with. With more than a touch of jazz to the harmonies, a great short piece for lower grade players.

SKU: FT.FM564

ISBN 9790570484638.

This quartet was written to cater for developing quartets and players, who may not have access to a baritone saxophone. Not a true waltz, but a hint of the dance style in 3/4 time.A lively beginning and ending with a more stately middle section - but not one for the ballroom. With more than a touch of jazz to the harmonies, a great short piece for lower grade players.

SKU: AP.1-ADV7413

UPC: 805095074130. English.

At the age of 14, Felix Mendelssohn Bartholdy wrote the string quartet this arrangement is based on. Youthful carefreeness and early artistic maturity combine into a varied musical experience. From the buoyant allegro of the first movement to the complex double fugue of the finale---this piece is a real pleasure to both performers and audience alike. Arranged for saxophone quartet (SATB).

SKU: AP.1-ADV7668

ISBN 9783892217299. UPC: 805095076684. English.

The piece shows the characteristic features of a march, making little use of syncopations and should therefore be played in a faster tempo. In order to take full advantage of the saxophone quartet's range, this arrangement is written in D flat major.