SKU: HL.48185318

Composed by Jindrich Feld. Leduc. Classical. CD. 44 pages. Alphonse Leduc #AL28813. Published by Alphonse Leduc (HL.48185318).

UPC: 888680858421. 9.0x12.0x0.264 inches.

Jindrich Feld's Sonata for Alto Saxophone and Piano is frequently performed by virtuoso Saxophonists. Composed in 1989-90, the Sonata is elaborate and quirky, and successfully exploits many extended techniques on the instrument. Born in Prague, Feld (1925-2007) studied Violin and Viola with his parents before studying at the Conservatory and Academy of Music of his native city. His compositions, predominantly instrumental, soon became popular, being performed all over the world. As reflected in his Sonata for Alto Saxophone and Piano, Feld's style is deeply rooted in the Czech musical tradition, but he also integrated the main styles of 20th century Western music. The Sonata is made up of four movements, 1. Allegro ritmico, 2. Adagio/Bells of liberty, 3. Allegro vivo/Scherzo, and 4. Allegro con fuoco. Each movement of the Sonata presents different challenges, from fast, staccato, semiquaver flourishes to the lyrical slurred passages. This Feld piece is highly virtuosic, yet an excellent and enjoyable performance for all advanced saxophonists..

Orchestra Soli SSATB, Coro SATB, 2 Fl, 2 Ob, 2 Clt, 2 Fg, Cfg, 2 Cor, 2 Tr, 2 Trb, Timp, 2 Vl, Va, Vc, Cb

SKU: CA.5199219

Composed by Franz Joseph Haydn. Edited by Wolfgang Hochstein. Set of Orchestra Parts. Composed 1796. Hob. XX:2. Duration 65 minutes. Carus Verlag #5199200. Published by Carus Verlag (CA.5199219).

ISBN 9790007293147. German. Text: van Swieten, Gottfried.

Joseph Haydn's oratorio Die sieben letzten Worte unseres Erlosers am Kreuze is probably one of the most frequently performed settings of music for Good Friday. Haydn set these Seven Words in a dramatic, extremely gripping emotional style which is utterly compelling. Originally the work was conceived as a purely instrumental composition - as meditative music in seven slow movements with an introduction and concluding movement (Il Terremoto - the earthquake) for a Passiontide church service. From the outset, Haydn had composed the themes of the movements with a vocal spirit in mind, so when he heard a vocal arrangement of his work in 1794 in Passau with a German singing text - an obvious idea - it inspired him to write his own vocal version. The first performance took place in 1796 in Vienna. With the flourishing of choral societies in the 19th century, this vocal version of the Seven Words became one of the most frequently-performed Passion music settings of all. The critical Urtext edition of the work now published offers a revised musical text reflecting current scholarly standards.

Orchestra Soli SSATB, Coro SATB, 2 Fl, 2 Ob, 2 Clt, 2 Fg, Cfg, 2 Cor, 2 Tr, 2 Trb, Timp, 2 Vl, Va, Vc, Cb

SKU: CA.5199203

Composed by Franz Joseph Haydn. Edited by Wolfgang Hochstein. Vocal score. Composed 1796. Hob. XX:2. 104 pages. Duration 65 minutes. Carus Verlag #5199200. Published by Carus Verlag (CA.5199203).

ISBN 9790007186661. German. Text: van Swieten, Gottfried.

Joseph Haydn's oratorio Die sieben letzten Worte unseres Erlosers am Kreuze is probably one of the most frequently performed settings of music for Good Friday. Haydn set these Seven Words in a dramatic, extremely gripping emotional style which is utterly compelling. Originally the work was conceived as a purely instrumental composition - as meditative music in seven slow movements with an introduction and concluding movement (Il Terremoto - the earthquake) for a Passiontide church service. From the outset, Haydn had composed the themes of the movements with a vocal spirit in mind, so when he heard a vocal arrangement of his work in 1794 in Passau with a German singing text - an obvious idea - it inspired him to write his own vocal version. The first performance took place in 1796 in Vienna. With the flourishing of choral societies in the 19th century, this vocal version of the Seven Words became one of the most frequently-performed Passion music settings of all. The critical Urtext edition of the work now published offers a revised musical text reflecting current scholarly standards.

Orchestra Soli SSATB, Coro SATB, 2 Fl, 2 Ob, 2 Clt, 2 Fg, Cfg, 2 Cor, 2 Tr, 2 Trb, Timp, 2 Vl, Va, Vc, Cb

SKU: CA.5199205

Composed by Franz Joseph Haydn. Edited by Wolfgang Hochstein. Choral Score. Composed 1796. Hob. XX:2. 40 pages. Duration 65 minutes. Carus Verlag #5199200. Published by Carus Verlag (CA.5199205).

ISBN 9790007186654. German. Text: van Swieten, Gottfried.

Joseph Haydn's oratorio Die sieben letzten Worte unseres Erlosers am Kreuze is probably one of the most frequently performed settings of music for Good Friday. Haydn set these Seven Words in a dramatic, extremely gripping emotional style which is utterly compelling. Originally the work was conceived as a purely instrumental composition - as meditative music in seven slow movements with an introduction and concluding movement (Il Terremoto - the earthquake) for a Passiontide church service. From the outset, Haydn had composed the themes of the movements with a vocal spirit in mind, so when he heard a vocal arrangement of his work in 1794 in Passau with a German singing text - an obvious idea - it inspired him to write his own vocal version. The first performance took place in 1796 in Vienna. With the flourishing of choral societies in the 19th century, this vocal version of the Seven Words became one of the most frequently-performed Passion music settings of all. The critical Urtext edition of the work now published offers a revised musical text reflecting current scholarly standards.

Orchestra Soli SSATB, Coro SATB, 2 Fl, 2 Ob, 2 Clt, 2 Fg, Cfg, 2 Cor, 2 Tr, 2 Trb, Timp, 2 Vl, Va, Vc, Cb

SKU: CA.5199200

Composed by Franz Joseph Haydn. Edited by Wolfgang Hochstein. Carus digital: Extra digital products. Full Score. Composed 1796. Hob. XX:2. 212 pages. Duration 65 minutes. Published by Carus Verlag (CA.5199200).

ISBN 9790007186647. German. Text: van Swieten, Gottfried.

Joseph Haydn's oratorio Die sieben letzten Worte unseres Erlosers am Kreuze is probably one of the most frequently performed settings of music for Good Friday. Haydn set these Seven Words in a dramatic, extremely gripping emotional style which is utterly compelling. Originally the work was conceived as a purely instrumental composition - as meditative music in seven slow movements with an introduction and concluding movement (Il Terremoto - the earthquake) for a Passiontide church service. From the outset, Haydn had composed the themes of the movements with a vocal spirit in mind, so when he heard a vocal arrangement of his work in 1794 in Passau with a German singing text - an obvious idea - it inspired him to write his own vocal version. The first performance took place in 1796 in Vienna. With the flourishing of choral societies in the 19th century, this vocal version of the Seven Words became one of the most frequently-performed Passion music settings of all. The critical Urtext edition of the work now published offers a revised musical text reflecting current scholarly standards.

Saxophone

SKU: HL.48181012

For Alto Saxophone and Piano. Composed by Paul Dukas. Leduc. Classical. CD only. 6 pages. Alphonse Leduc #AL19995. Published by Alphonse Leduc (HL.48181012).

UPC: 888680878733. 9.0x12.0x0.048 inches.

French composer, Paul Dukas (1865-1935) is best known for his orchestral piece, The Sorcerer's Apprentice. However, his catalogue represents many other significant works by the composer, including Alla Gitana for alto saxophone and piano. Composed in 1909, Alla Gitana was originally a selection of vocal studies. However, Marcel Mule's transcription for alto saxophone has made this delightful work more accessible. Dukas reflects the French romantic style in Alla Gitana through uses of flourishing semiquavers, lyrical melodies and chromaticism. For all aspiring, advanced saxophonists, Dukas' Alla Gitana is an exquisite addition to the repertoire.