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German Christmas Song
Alto Saxophone and Piano
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10 Christmas Songs For Alto Saxophone & Piano
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Alto Saxophone and Piano
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Christmas
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10 Christmas Songs For Alto Sa
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Eugene
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Piano Accompaniment, Alto Sax - Easy/Beginner - Digital Download Composed by Various. Arranged by Eugene Egorov. Christmas. 13 pages. Published by Euge...
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Piano Accompaniment, Alto Sax - Easy/Beginner - Digital Download Composed by Various. Arranged by Eugene Egorov. Christmas. 13 pages. Published by Eugene
1. Silent Night, Franz Xaver Gruber
2. We Wish You A Merry Christmas
3. Away In A Manger, James Ramsey Murray
4. Green Sleeves, English Folk Song
5. The First Noel
6. Jolly Old St. Nicholas
7. O Christmas Tree, Traditional German Carol
8. Jingle Bells, James Pierpont
9. Waltz (Sleeping Beauty), Peter Ilyich Tchaikovsky
10. O Holy Night, Adolphe-Charles Adam
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O Christmas Tree for alto saxophone and piano (easy)
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Alto Saxophone and Piano
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BEGINNER
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Christmas
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Anonymous, German folklore
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Daniel C
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O Christmas Tree for alto saxo
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Daniel C. M.
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Alto Saxophone,Piano - Level 1 - Digital Download SKU: A0.810340 Composed by Anonymous, German folklore. Arranged by Daniel C. M. Concert,Standards. Scor...
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Alto Saxophone,Piano - Level 1 - Digital Download SKU: A0.810340 Composed by Anonymous, German folklore. Arranged by Daniel C. M. Concert,Standards. Score and part. 3 pages. Daniel C. M. #6625965. Published by Daniel C. M. (A0.810340). This is an easy arrangement for alto saxophone and piano in the key of C major. Enjoy this timeless song written in a direct yet simple and beautiful way that could be played at a recital or Christmas gatherings.
$3.99
Adeste Fideles (O Come, All Ye Faithful) - alto sax and piano
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Alto Saxophone and Piano
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BEGINNER
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John Francis Wade and John Rea
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Vitor Melo
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Adeste Fideles
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Melo Music
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Alto Saxophone,Piano - Level 1 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1096823 Composed by John Francis Wade and John Reading. Arranged by Vitor Melo. Christian,Chris...
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Alto Saxophone,Piano - Level 1 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1096823 Composed by John Francis Wade and John Reading. Arranged by Vitor Melo. Christian,Christmas,Classical,Holiday,Religious. Score and part. 2 pages. Melo Music #700796. Published by Melo Music (A0.1096823). O Come, All Ye Faithful (originally spelled in Latin as Adeste Fideles) is a famous Christmas song that has been attributed to various authors. This beautiful hymn was first published by John Francis Wade in his collection Cantus Diversi (1751), with four Latin verses, and music set in the traditional square notation used for medieval liturgical music. Besides John Reading and John Francis Wade, the tune has been attributed to several musicians, from Handel to the German composer Gluck. The Portuguese composer Marcos Portugal or King John IV of Portugal have also been credited. Thomas Arne, whom Wade knew, is another possible composer. This arrangement features an easy-to-play alto sax version, with piano accompaniment and chords, for optional guitar accompaniment. Easy level. Key: G Major.
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Adeste Fideles (O Come, All Ye Faithful) - alto sax duet (with piano)
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Alto Saxophone and Piano
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BEGINNER
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John Francis Wade and John Rea
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Vitor Melo
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Adeste Fideles
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Melo Music
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Instrumental Duet,Piano Alto Saxophone,Instrumental Duet,Piano - Level 1 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1100486 Composed by John Francis Wade and John Readin...
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Instrumental Duet,Piano Alto Saxophone,Instrumental Duet,Piano - Level 1 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1100486 Composed by John Francis Wade and John Reading. Arranged by Vitor Melo. Christian,Christmas,Classical,Holiday,Religious. 3 pages. Melo Music #704262. Published by Melo Music (A0.1100486). O Come, All Ye Faithful (originally spelled in Latin as Adeste Fideles) is a famous Christmas song that has been attributed to various authors. This beautiful hymn was first published by John Francis Wade in his collection Cantus Diversi (1751), with four Latin verses, and music set in the traditional square notation used for medieval liturgical music. Besides John Francis Wade, the tune has been attributed to several musicians, from John Reading and his son, to Handel, and even the German composer Gluck. The Portuguese composer Marcos Portugal or King John IV of Portugal have also been credited. Thomas Arne, whom Wade knew, is another possible composer. This arrangement is a beautiful duet for two alto saxophones , with piano accompaniment and chords, for optional guitar accompaniment. Key: G Major.
$4.45
O Jesulein süss by Bach for Alto Sax and Piano
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Alto Saxophone and Piano
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BEGINNER
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Classical
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Johann Sebastian Bach
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Ander
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O Jesulein süss by Bach for A
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Woods Only, Arrangements
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Alto Saxophone,Piano - Level 1 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1049986 Composed by Johann Sebastian Bach. Arranged by Ander. Baroque,Christmas,Easter,Sacred. ...
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Alto Saxophone,Piano - Level 1 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1049986 Composed by Johann Sebastian Bach. Arranged by Ander. Baroque,Christmas,Easter,Sacred. Score and part. 3 pages. Woods Only, Arrangements #654384. Published by Woods Only, Arrangements (A0.1049986). This easy arrangement for alto sax and piano has been adapted to be simple to perform and understand the structure of the original work for various levels of musical knowledge. It can be played freely by beginning students because of the ease imposed on the piece. Recommended for performance in reverently Christian and liturgical ceremonies such as Good Friday and Christmas time. It also serves as a study for Baroque sacred song. The Jesulein süß, the Jesulein mild is an original traditional German choral melody for voice and continuous bass arranged by Johann Sebastian Bach around 1735. With lyrics by Valentin Thilo, O Jesulein süss is a sacred melody adapted and catalogued as BWV 493. The first translation is by Dirk van Hogendorp, who made it more of a song for the time of suffering.
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Highland Cathedral
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Alto Saxophone and Piano
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EASY
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Amy Grant
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Thomas Graf
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Highland Cathedral
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Thomas Graf - the-hit-factory.com
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Alto Saxophone,Piano - Level 2 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1121449 By Amy Grant. By Michael Korb and Ulrich Roever. Arranged by Thomas Graf. Christmas,Pop...
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Alto Saxophone,Piano - Level 2 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1121449 By Amy Grant. By Michael Korb and Ulrich Roever. Arranged by Thomas Graf. Christmas,Pop. Score and part. 13 pages. Thomas Graf - the-hit-factory.com #722623. Published by Thomas Graf - the-hit-factory.com (A0.1121449). This song is perfect for any church service or recital, will work fine also with piano or P/B/Guit. German version is very famous as it is a signature song of Cologne - Du bes die Stadt. The town hymn. Enjoy! About this arrangement: Instrumentation: Full Score Alto Saxophone Organ / Piano Any individual arrangement and substitute parts are available on request. Call +49 (0) 172 2515987 E-Mail: info@the-hit-factory.com. www.the-hit-factory.com facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hitfactorymusic.
$5.00
The Wedding March - Alto Sax and Piano (Individual Parts)
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Alto Saxophone and Piano
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EASY
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Classical
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Felix Bartholdy Mendelssohn
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César Madeira
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The Wedding March - Alto Sax a
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Sheet Music To Play Editions
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Alto Saxophone,Piano - Level 2 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1222493 Composed by Felix Bartholdy Mendelssohn. Arranged by César Madeira. 19th Century,Chi...
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Alto Saxophone,Piano - Level 2 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1222493 Composed by Felix Bartholdy Mendelssohn. Arranged by César Madeira. 19th Century,Children,Classical,Romantic Period,Wedding. Score and part. 4 pages. Sheet Music To Play Editions #818758. Published by Sheet Music To Play Editions (A0.1222493). The Wedding March by Felix Mendelssohn. Arrangement for Alto Sax and Piano. With Individual Parts. Enjoy it!This file DOES NOT contain Full Score. Individual Parts only.Jakob Felix Mendelssohn (1809 - 1847), born and widely known as Felix Mendelssohn, was a German composer, pianist, organist and conductor of the early Romantic period. Mendelssohn's compositions include symphonies, concertos, piano music, organ music and chamber music. His best-known works include the overture and incidental music for A Midsummer Night's Dream (incluyed The Wedding March), the Italian Symphony, the Scottish Symphony, the oratorio St. Paul, the oratorio Elijah, the overture The Hebrides, the mature Violin Concerto and the String Octet. The melody for the Christmas carol Hark! The Herald Angels Sing is also his. Mendelssohn's Songs Without Words are his most famous solo piano compositions.For Tutorials, Play Alongs or request New Arrangements, visit the YouTube Channel: Sheet Music To Play
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The Wedding March - Alto Sax and Piano (Full Score)
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Alto Saxophone and Piano
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Felix Bartholdy Mendelssohn
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César Madeira
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The Wedding March - Alto Sax a
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Sheet Music To Play Editions
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SheetMusicPlus
Alto Saxophone,Piano - Level 2 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1222495 Composed by Felix Bartholdy Mendelssohn. Arranged by César Madeira. Children,Film/TV...
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Alto Saxophone,Piano - Level 2 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1222495 Composed by Felix Bartholdy Mendelssohn. Arranged by César Madeira. Children,Film/TV,Multicultural,Romantic Period,Wedding,World. Score and part. 4 pages. Sheet Music To Play Editions #818760. Published by Sheet Music To Play Editions (A0.1222495). The Wedding March by Felix Mendelssohn. Arrangement for Alto Sax and Piano. With Full Score. Enjoy it!This file DOES NOT contain Individual Parts. Full Score only.Jakob Felix Mendelssohn (1809 - 1847), born and widely known as Felix Mendelssohn, was a German composer, pianist, organist and conductor of the early Romantic period. Mendelssohn's compositions include symphonies, concertos, piano music, organ music and chamber music. His best-known works include the overture and incidental music for A Midsummer Night's Dream (incluyed The Wedding March), the Italian Symphony, the Scottish Symphony, the oratorio St. Paul, the oratorio Elijah, the overture The Hebrides, the mature Violin Concerto and the String Octet. The melody for the Christmas carol Hark! The Herald Angels Sing is also his. Mendelssohn's Songs Without Words are his most famous solo piano compositions.For Tutorials, Play Alongs or request New Arrangements, visit the YouTube Channel: Sheet Music To Play
$4.99
The Wedding March - Alto Sax and Piano (Full Score and Parts)
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Alto Saxophone and Piano
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INTERMEDIATE
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Classical
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Felix Bartholdy Mendelssohn
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César Madeira
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The Wedding March - Alto Sax a
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Sheet Music To Play Editions
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SheetMusicPlus
Alto Saxophone,Piano - Level 3 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1178945 Composed by Felix Bartholdy Mendelssohn. Arranged by César Madeira. Classical,Film/T...
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Alto Saxophone,Piano - Level 3 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1178945 Composed by Felix Bartholdy Mendelssohn. Arranged by César Madeira. Classical,Film/TV,Multicultural,Romantic Period,Wedding,World. Score and part. 7 pages. Sheet Music To Play Editions #778915. Published by Sheet Music To Play Editions (A0.1178945). The Wedding March by Felix Mendelssohn. Arrangement for Alto Sax and Piano. With Full Score and Individual Parts. Enjoy it!Jakob Felix Mendelssohn (1809 - 1847), born and widely known as Felix Mendelssohn, was a German composer, pianist, organist and conductor of the early Romantic period. Mendelssohn's compositions include symphonies, concertos, piano music, organ music and chamber music. His best-known works include the overture and incidental music for A Midsummer Night's Dream (incluyed The Wedding March), the Italian Symphony, the Scottish Symphony, the oratorio St. Paul, the oratorio Elijah, the overture The Hebrides, the mature Violin Concerto and the String Octet. The melody for the Christmas carol Hark! The Herald Angels Sing is also his. Mendelssohn's Songs Without Words are his most famous solo piano compositions.For Tutorials, Play Alongs or request New Arrangements, visit the YouTube Channel: Sheet Music To Play
$7.99
Bach: Bist du bei mir BWV 508 for Alto Sax & Piano
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Alto Saxophone and Piano
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Johann Sebastian Bach
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James M
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Bach: Bist du bei mir BWV 508
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jmsgu3
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Alto Saxophone,Piano - Level 2 - Digital Download SKU: A0.549235 Composed by Johann Sebastian Bach. Arranged by James M. Guthrie, ASCAP. Baroque,Easter,S...
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Alto Saxophone,Piano - Level 2 - Digital Download SKU: A0.549235 Composed by Johann Sebastian Bach. Arranged by James M. Guthrie, ASCAP. Baroque,Easter,Standards,Wedding. Score and part. 9 pages. Jmsgu3 #3468804. Published by jmsgu3 (A0.549235). J. S. Bach BWV 508. Bist du bei mir Bach adapted this aria from a lost Stölzel opera called Diomedes. He changed the original orchestral instrumentation to soprano, strings, and continuo.  He also modified the voice-leading making it sound more like a Bach composition. The work appears as BWV 508 No. 25 in the Anna Magdalena Notebook No. 2.  Source Only a few remnants of the original opera have survived. Historians speculate that Anna Magdalena got the song from the Leipzig Opera after the bankruptcy of 1720. Chances are good, though, that the tune was a favorite of everyone in Leipzig at the time.  Lyrics When thou art near, I go with joyTo death and to my rest.O how joyous would my end be,If your fair hands      Would close my faithful eyes. - Unknown Bach Overview First of all, Johann Sebastian Bach is maybe the greatest composer in music history. Certainly, he was prolific. As a result, everyone has heard of his works. Furthermore, these works number well over a thousand. It seems like people are probably most familiar with instrumental works such as the Brandenburg Concertos, and the Goldberg Variations. But, similarly famous are such noteworthy works as the Well-Tempered Clavier, the Musical Offering, and certainly the Art of Fugue. Seems like his most famous vocal works include the most noteworthy Mass in B Minor. Also, most noteworthy are the St. John Passion, and indeed the Christmas Oratorio.  History Bach came from a long line of musicians and above all, composers. Consequently, he, first of all, pursued a career as a church organist. So as a result, he gained employment in various Protestant churches in Germany. For a while, he worked as a court musician in Weimar and Köthen. Here he probably developed his organ style and likewise his chamber music style. Eventually, he, therefore, gained an appointment as Cantor of St. Thomas in Leipzig. Here he worked until difficulties with his employer ultimately drove him away. The King of Poland finally appointed him as court composer.  Style It seems like Bach created a fascinating new international style. He synthesized elements of the most noteworthy European music ideas into his new style. Even more, this new style was probably his synthesis of European musical rhythm and form. Furthermore, he demonstrated a complete mastery of counterpoint and motivic development. His sense of harmonic organization probably propelled him to the top. Revival        Mendelssohn conducted a Bach revival in the nineteenth century. His effort probably helped to re-familiarize the public with the magnitude of Bach’s works. During this period, scholars published many noteworthy Bach biographies. Moreover, Wolfgang Schmieder published the BWV (Bach Werke Verzeichnis). As a result, this is now the official catalog of his entire artistic output. The BWV number allows us to locate a work in the catalog. Sometimes scholars will simply use an S (Schmieder) as an abbreviation for BWV.  Voyager NASA launched two Voyager spacecraft in 1977. Onboard are phonograph records with sounds, music, and images of life on Earth. The purpose of the launch was to inform intelligent extraterrestrial life forms about conditions on Earth. The music on the disc is varied. There is Bach, Mozart, Beethoven, and Stravinsky among others. However, because Bach is so important in our music history, it contains three times more Bach than all the others combined.
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