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Let It Go - Trombone
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Soprano Saxophone and Piano
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Let It Go
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Soprano Saxophone and Piano
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Walt Disney
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Idina Menzel
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Let It Go
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Piano,Soprano Saxophone - Level 1 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1047994 By Idina Menzel. By Kristen Anderson-Lopez and Robert Lopez. Arranged by João Rei...
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Piano,Soprano Saxophone - Level 1 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1047994 By Idina Menzel. By Kristen Anderson-Lopez and Robert Lopez. Arranged by João Reis. Broadway,Children,Film/TV,Musical/Show,Pop,Wedding. Score and part. 7 pages. João Reis #652447. Published by João Reis (A0.1047994). An arrangement for begginer players from disney's song Let it Go.
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How Did It End?
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Soprano Saxophone and Piano
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Taylor Swift
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How Did It End?
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Piano,Soprano Saxophone - Level 3 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1436996 By Taylor Swift. By Aaron Dessner and Taylor Swift. Arranged by MAJOR SCORE PUBLISHI...
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Piano,Soprano Saxophone - Level 3 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1436996 By Taylor Swift. By Aaron Dessner and Taylor Swift. Arranged by MAJOR SCORE PUBLISHING TM. Jazz,Pop,Rock,Singer/Songwriter. Score and part. 19 pages. Major Score Publishing #1017063. Published by Major Score Publishing (A0.1436996). How Did It End? Taylor Swift Soprano Saxophone with piano (Premium duet) Soprano sax players! Look no further! How Did It End? from the brand new Taylor Swift hit featured on The Tortured Poets Department is now available! Play along with the original recording, solo, with our included piano accompaniment or with our FREE piano play along on our YouTube channel! Our arrangement is designed to deliver the authentic and enjoyable performance experience you are looking for! We have even included the background vocal lines in the piano accompaniment giving you that extra level of enjoyment to enhance your performance experience! This arrangement is a fantastic resource for smaller performances, recitals and gigs to being a great tool for music teachers and students! Enjoy!Included in your premium sheet musicSoprano sax: 2 pagesPiano: 7 pagesFull Score: 10 pages (with cover)FREE PIANO PLAY ALONGComing ASAP!Other Soprano sax sheet music on Hal Leonard Platforms:Let it Go (Frozen) Leave the Door Open (Silk Sonic)I Will Survive (Gloria Gaynor)Treasure (Bruno Mars)New Rules (Dua Lipa)Can't Stop the Feeling! (Justin Timberlake)777 (Silk Sonic)You're a Mean One, Mr GrinchFollow us today!Instagram@majorscorepublishingYouTube@majorscorepublishingWebsitehttps://www.majorscorepublishing.com/
$7.99
Don't Let The Sun Go Down On Me
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Soprano Saxophone and Piano
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Rock
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Elton John
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James M
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Piano
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Don't Let The Sun Go Down On M
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jmsgu3
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Piano,Soprano Saxophone - Level 3 - Digital Download SKU: A0.547811 By Elton John. By Bernie Taupin and Elton John. Arranged by James M. Guthrie, ASCAP. ...
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Piano,Soprano Saxophone - Level 3 - Digital Download SKU: A0.547811 By Elton John. By Bernie Taupin and Elton John. Arranged by James M. Guthrie, ASCAP. Pop,Rock. Score and part. 13 pages. Jmsgu3 #3053421. Published by jmsgu3 (A0.547811). Elton John: Don't Let The Sun Go Down On Me arranged for Soprano Sax & Piano. Duration: 5'27 Â Score: 7 pages. Solo part: 2 pages. Piano part: 4 pages. Co-written by Elton John and Bernie Taupin in January of 1974, this song was originally recorded in 1974 for Elton's studio album Caribou. It was released as a single that peaked at number two on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. In the US, the single was certified Gold on 6 September 1974 by the RIAA. Many consider this to be Elton John's greatest song. The melody fits well in the tessitura of the solo instrument and features some challenging rhythms for sight-reading. The arrangement is well suited for performance in church, nightclub or recital stage. Â
$53.95
Let It Go
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Soprano Saxophone and Piano
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Walt Disney
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Idina Menzel
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Let It Go
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By Idina Menzel. By Robert Lopez and Kristen Anderson- Lopez. Arranged by MAJOR SCORE PUBLISHING TM. Broadway, Musical/Show. Score and part. 23 pages. ...
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By Idina Menzel. By Robert Lopez and Kristen Anderson- Lopez. Arranged by MAJOR SCORE PUBLISHING TM. Broadway, Musical/Show. Score and part. 23 pages. Major Score Publishing #6599327. Published by Major Score Publishing
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Merry-go-round Of Life
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Soprano Saxophone and Piano
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Kumiko
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Glauco Fernandes
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Merry-go-round Of Life
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Piano,Soprano Saxophone - Level 3 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1308193 By Kumiko. By Joe Hisaishi. Arranged by Glauco Fernandes. Chamber,Film/TV,Wedding. S...
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Piano,Soprano Saxophone - Level 3 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1308193 By Kumiko. By Joe Hisaishi. Arranged by Glauco Fernandes. Chamber,Film/TV,Wedding. Score and part. 13 pages. Glauco Fernandes #897187. Published by Glauco Fernandes (A0.1308193). Create a captivating musical experience with our intermediate arrangement of The Merry-Go-Round of Life from the movie Howl's Moving Castle for soprano saxophone and piano, complete with chord symbols.Title: The Merry-Go-Round of Life Sheet Music for Soprano Saxophone and Piano with Chord SymbolsImmerse yourself in the enchanting world of Howl's Moving Castle as you play this iconic melody on the soprano saxophone and piano. Our meticulously crafted sheet music offers:- Precise musical notations for both the soprano saxophone and piano.- Chord symbols for easy harmonization.Whether you're a soprano saxophonist, pianist, or both, with an affinity for film soundtracks, this arrangement is your ideal choice. Transport yourself to the skies of a moving castle and bring this captivating music to life.Elevate your musical interpretation to the next level with our The Merry-Go-Round of Life sheet music. Purchase it now and embark on a magical musical journey inspired by the world of Howl's Moving Castle..
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Deck the Halls - SOPRANO SAX & PIANO - D Major
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Soprano Saxophone and Piano
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Christmas
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MAJOR SCORE PUBLISHING TM
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Deck the Halls - SOPRANO SAX &
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Major Score Publishing
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Piano,Soprano Saxophone - Level 3 - Digital Download SKU: A0.834539 By MAJOR SCORE PUBLISHING TM. By Thomas Oliphant. Arranged by MAJOR SCORE PUBLISHING ...
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Piano,Soprano Saxophone - Level 3 - Digital Download SKU: A0.834539 By MAJOR SCORE PUBLISHING TM. By Thomas Oliphant. Arranged by MAJOR SCORE PUBLISHING TM. Christmas,Contemporary,Jazz,Pop. Score and part. 24 pages. Major Score Publishing #6101955. Published by Major Score Publishing (A0.834539). Adapted with beautifully satisfying & tasteful jazz harmony with original melody, this holiday classic has never sounded more pleasing to the listener and performer. Designed for students, teachers and performers of all ages this sheet music download is a must have for your holiday enjoyment. You will receive a fully written out part for Soprano sax & Piano, Concert Lead sheet (with chords & lyrics for small jazz groups, and a lyrics page in case your listeners wish to sing along! Full performance demo on the Youtube link (performed in concert Eb Major for demo purpose). Check out all of our Holiday Sheet music available on our website such as Let it Go, All I Want for Christmas is You, Silent Night, Joy to the World, O Christmas Tree, You're a mean one Mr Grinch. Buy Deck the halls sheet music today! Stop by on our IG page as well @majorscorepublishing. Happy Holidays!
$5.99
Deck the Halls - SOPRANO SAX & PIANO - Eb Major ( EASY KEY of F FOR SOPRANO)
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Soprano Saxophone and Piano
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Christmas
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MAJOR SCORE PUBLISHING TM
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MAJOR SCORE PUBLISHING TM
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Deck the Halls - SOPRANO SAX &
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Major Score Publishing
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SheetMusicPlus
Piano,Soprano Saxophone - Level 3 - Digital Download SKU: A0.834540 By MAJOR SCORE PUBLISHING TM. By Thomas Oliphant. Arranged by MAJOR SCORE PUBLISHING ...
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Piano,Soprano Saxophone - Level 3 - Digital Download SKU: A0.834540 By MAJOR SCORE PUBLISHING TM. By Thomas Oliphant. Arranged by MAJOR SCORE PUBLISHING TM. Christmas,Contemporary,Jazz,Pop. Score and part. 24 pages. Major Score Publishing #6101959. Published by Major Score Publishing (A0.834540). Adapted with beautifully satisfying & tasteful jazz harmony with original melody, this holiday classic has never sounded more pleasing to the listener and performer. Designed for students, teachers and performers of all ages this sheet music download is a must have for your holiday enjoyment. You will receive a fully written out part for Soprano sax & Piano, Concert Lead sheet (with chords & lyrics for small jazz groups, and a lyrics page in case your listeners wish to sing along! Full performance demo on the Youtube link (performed in concert Eb Major for demo purpose). Check out all of our Holiday Sheet music available on our website such as Let it Go, All I Want for Christmas is You, Silent Night, Joy to the World, O Christmas Tree, You're a mean one Mr Grinch. Buy Deck the halls sheet music today! Stop by on our IG page as well @majorscorepublishing. Happy Holidays!
$5.99
8 Swinging Xmas Carols for Bb Soprillo Saxophone & Piano
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Sacred music
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8 Swinging Xmas Carols for Bb
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Keith Terrett
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Piano,Soprano Saxophone - Level 3 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1315135 By Keith Terrett. By Various. Arranged by Keith Terrett. 20th Century,Christian,Chri...
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Piano,Soprano Saxophone - Level 3 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1315135 By Keith Terrett. By Various. Arranged by Keith Terrett. 20th Century,Christian,Christmas,Praise & Worship. Score and part. 39 pages. Keith Terrett #903878. Published by Keith Terrett (A0.1315135). An exciting arrangement of eight popular swinging xmas carols arranged for Bb Soprillo/Soprano Saxophone & Piano; in an up-beat and somewhat jazzy manner. This challenging set of carols, offers players in general, something very different for those Christmas concerts and recitals, give them a go, and I am sure that you won’t be disappointed!The set includes: Ding Dong Merrily On High, Silent Night,We Three Kings,Away in a Manger, Joy to the World, God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen, Deck the Halls & Good King Wenceslas.The part is all written out with jazz inflections and articulation included. The Piano part is all written out, but also includes the jazz chords for players who wish to comp. These Carols are playable by moderately advanced performers and are perfect for parties, church services, busking & recitals. Range is very moderate, nothing high at all.Need an anthem fast? They are ALL in my store! All my anthem arrangements are also available for Orchestra, Recorders, Saxophones, Wind, Brass and Flexible band. If you need an anthem urgently for an instrumentation not in my store, let me know via e-mail, and I will arrange it for you FOC if possible!Reviewer Chet Heflin Date 29th Sep 2006Bluesy Xmas! Keith Terrett has done an outstanding job of injecting jazz and blues into these holiday favorites. The writing beginning in measure 13 of Ding Dong Merrily On High is outstanding. Check out the wonderful contrast in movement between the flute and bass. This arrangement of Xmas carols would be a wonderful addition to any future holiday program. Well done Keith! Have fun! Caroling (singing carols in the street) is one of the oldest customs in Great Britain, going back to the Middle Ages when beggars, seeking food, money, or drink, would wander the streets singing holiday songs.
$15.99
Bach: Bist du bei mir BWV 508 for Soprano Sax & Piano
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Soprano 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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SheetMusicPlus
Piano,Soprano Saxophone - Level 2 - Digital Download SKU: A0.549234 Composed by Johann Sebastian Bach. Arranged by James M. Guthrie, ASCAP. Baroque,Easte...
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Piano,Soprano Saxophone - Level 2 - Digital Download SKU: A0.549234 Composed by Johann Sebastian Bach. Arranged by James M. Guthrie, ASCAP. Baroque,Easter,Standards,Wedding. Score and part. 9 pages. Jmsgu3 #3468788. Published by jmsgu3 (A0.549234). 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. Â
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