4 Saxophones SATBar

SKU: AP.1-ADV7697

For SATB Saxophone Quartet. Composed by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. Arranged by Bill Perconti. Masterworks; Quartet; Solo Small Ensembles; Woodwind - Saxophone Quartet. Advance Music. Classical; Masterwork Arrangement. Score and Part(s). Advance Music #01-ADV7697. Published by Advance Music (AP.1-ADV7697).

UPC: 805095076974. English.

Two objectives were in mind while transcribing the Finale. One was to produce a relatively clean manuscript with a minimum of articulation and dynamic markings so as to allow interpretation by the performers. The articulation markings placed at the beginning of the work are provided only as suggestions. Secondly, the melodies were divided among all parts, rather than a solo featuring just the soprano saxophone. The Finale, a molto allegro in rondo form, should sparkle with cheerful charm and wit. Saxophonists should strive for the lightness and grace so prevalent in much of Mozart's timeless music.

4 Saxophones SATBar

SKU: AP.1-ADV7423

For SATBar Saxophone Quartet. Arranged by Bill Perconti. Quartet; Solo Small Ensembles; Woodwind - Saxophone Quartet. Advance Music: Holiday Celebration Series. Christmas; Secular; Traditional; Winter. Score and Part(s). Advance Music #01-ADV7423. Published by Advance Music (AP.1-ADV7423).

ISBN 9783892215776. UPC: 805095074239. English. Traditional.

Gloucestershire Wassail is associated with an English custom that was observed at Christmas time. A large, decorated bowl of spiced ale was hoisted through town by a group of carolers---Yule serenaders---in a tradition that has its roots in the beggars of the Middle Ages and Pagan festivals. The tune is therefore associated with Christmas revelry and joy. Gloucestershire Wassail probably dates from the 18th century, and is considered a traditional English tune.

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 the melodic material. In addition, all dynamics and articulations should be taken as suggestions only, as performers are encouraged to make their own interpretations.