E flat major-The Concerto For Alto Saxophone And Orchestra is Alexander Glazunov’s last work; since its first performance in 1934 it has become part of the standard Saxophone repertoire. The sole surviving autograph manuscript is the hand-written dedication score given by Glazunov to Sigurd Raschèr (Raschèr was the founder and leader of the well-known and innovative Raschèr Saxophone Quartet).This score contains the original version of the work without the alterations which were made in the proofs to the orchestral score as well as the full version of the composer’s cadenza which was later shortened. The autograph manuscript also containssome performance markings by Raschèr.The correspondence between Raschèr and Glazunov documents the composer’s thoughts on the work and his recommendations about the size of the accompanying String Orchestra. Evidence from this correspondence has been integrated into this edition.This first scholarly-critical edition of a work by Glazunov contains an informative introduction with commentaries about the history of its composition facsimiles and a critical commentary.The solo part includes both the complete and the shortened version of the cadenza as well as a cadenza by Raschèr which the composer authorised.- Includes the original and new solo cadenzas.- With helpful performance tips by Carina Raschèr the daughter of Sigurd Raschèr.- With an Urtext solo Saxophone part and a second part prepared by Carina Raschèr.- Informative foreword (Ger/Eng).- Full score & performance material (BA8732) and Saxophone & Piano reduction (BA8732-90) available for sale.

Nocturne Et Sicilienne by Armando Ghidoni is a piece for Alto Saxophone and Piano. Lasting 5 minutes this lyrical piece is perfect for a recital or a contest and is thoroughly enjoyable to play. The level of difficulty is medium: we would recommend the piece to upper-intermediate players. The Alto Saxophone can be replaced by a Soprano or Tenor Saxophone and the Piano by a Harp. Armando Ghidoni is a French composer with Italian origins who plays Saxophone and Flute. He has been edited by Alphonse Leduc since 1989.

Pythikos Nomos is scored for alto saxophone (or clarinet in A) and piano.It was at the request of John- Edward Kelly that Brian Elias first decide to write a work for saxophone and piano. ‘Pythikos Nomos’ (Pyhton’s Law)is an ancient Greek musical form invented by Sakadas in 586 BC for the Pythian games to describe the battle between Apollo and the monster on the slopes of Parnassus. It is reputedly the first known genre of programmemusic.Brian Elias decided that the characteristic sounds of the saxophone would be well suited to ancient Greek rhythms and was interested in the implications of this form as an early sonata shape. According to legend Apollofought and defeated the monster on the site which came to be called Delphi. He returned to Delphi in triumph after a period of purification escorted by priests singing hymns of praise. Several versions of the instrumental formexist following the general storyline. Brian chose to base his piece around six sections: (i) Peira (introduction) (ii) Kataleusmos (Apollo incites the monster to battle) (iii) Imabikon (the battle) (iv) Spondeion (hymn ofvictory) (v) Katachoreusis (victory dance) (vi) Syrinxes (the last breaths of the dying monster). The central hymn of victory incorporates a quote from the first Delphic Hym a surviving fragment of ancient Greek music. Thiswork was written for John-Edward Kelly and Bob J.W.Versteegh who gave the first performance on 1st July 1988 at the Wigmore Hall London. Duration c.10 minutes. The score is in C.

Take the lead is an integrated series for alto saxophone, clarinet, flute, piano, tenor saxophone, trumpet and violin. In each edition all of the songs are in the same key at concert pitch, allowing the different instruments to play together. Chord symbols are included at concert pitch for use by piano or guitar. 'Take the Lead Grease' contains all of the big hits from this popular musical including 'Summer Nights', 'We Go Together' and 'You're the one that I want'. Students have a choice of playing along with CD, Piano or Guitar and all pieces are fully integrated with arrangements for other instruments in the series, making this the ideal resource for school bands and small ensembles. Used as a solo book these idiomatic arrangements will boost players confidence and go down a storm in concert.

Concerto by Pierre Max Dubois is a piece of 18 minutes initially composed for an Alto Saxophone and a String Orchestra. These scores are for Saxophone and Piano. The Saxophone part is considered as difficult and requires a strong endurance and good technique. This Concerto is divided into three distinct movements: 1. Lento Cadenza e Allegro 2. Sarabande 3. Rondo Really interesting to play it is a great piece for recitals and contests. Pierre Max Dubois (1930-1995) is a French composer who was awarded the Prix de Rome in 1955. Mainly composing classical music hisworks are mainly for woodwinds. He is one of the founder of the Les Six which included his professor Darius Milhaud.

This exclusive collection contains eight pieces by Ludovico Einaudi for Saxophone and Piano with full score and pull-out Saxophone part. Pieces include: The Crane Dance Dna Elegy For The Arctic FourDimensions Night Nuvole Bianche Primavera and Una Mattina. As well as the printed score this book is supported by SoundWise: SoundCheck powered by Match MySound: this innovative technology listens to you play and gives you instant feedback on your performance and advice on how to improve. eBook: a digital edition of your music to read on any device.Audio: full demonstration recordings of each piece plus accompaniment-only solo-only and rehearsal backing tracks. Video: exclusive behind the scenes video content.

for alto saxophone and piano-A fine solo work for saxophone and piano which the emphasis on expression. This work is suitable for solo contests and other concert performances. The piano part has been kept easy.

Initially for Saxophone and Orchestra this edition of Élégie Et Rondeau by Karel Husa is for Saxophone and Piano and lasts 10 minutes. Written for advanced players this piece is dedicated to Sigurd M. Rascher. Divided into two very distinct sections the Elegy and the Rondeau the Elegy starts “Quasi improvisando” on a slow tempo (60) and requires some good technique as part of it relies on improvisation. The Rondeau “Allegretto” is also quite challenging and requires a mastering of breathing techniques. Élégie Et Rondeau is a perfect piece toplay for recitals. Karel Husa is a Czech-born conductor and composer who later became an American national. His work is mainly classical and he won the Pulitzer Prize for his contribution to music.

Fifteen wonderful pieces for Alto Saxophone and Piano selected and edited by Paul Harris and Beverley Calland. Includes some of the finest works by composers such as Gershwin Brubeck Joplin and Debussy. Selected for the ABRSM Alto and Baritone Saxophone examinations grades 3-6.

réduction pour saxophone et piano-Claude Debussy's Rapsodie. Reduction for Saxophone and Piano.

Arranger: Haan, Stefan de Composer: Seiber, Mátyás Preface: Haan, Stefan de The Dance Suite for alto saxophone and piano is an arrangement of selected pieces from Mátyás Seiber's Easy Dances, originally composed as piano pieces on the popular dance-styles of the 1920s and 30s and focusing particularly on the rhythmic characteristics of each. Seiber's life and work linked and developed many diverse musical influences, from the Hungarian tradition of Bartók and Kodály, to Schoenberg and Serial Music, to jazz, folksong, film and lighter music (rewarded by an Ivor Novello Prize for 'By The Fountains of Rome'). A late collaboration with John Dankworth produced the 'Improvisations for Jazz Band and Orchestra'. Contenu - Tango 1 - Tango 2 (Habanera) - Waltz - Blues - Charleston - Foxtrot - Cake-Walk

Par PROUST PASCAL. Une courte histoire, une petite danse... tels qu'on les vivait jadis dans nos villages. Pour un petit concert ou pour les examens de début de 1er cycle des jeunes instrumentistes. - Pascal PROUST - Formation : Musique de Chambre, Duo, Solo and Accompagnement Piano - Instrumentation : 1 Saxophone Alto 1 Piano - Niveau de Difficulté : 2/6 - Facile - Durée : 2 mn 10 s - Style Musical : Classique, Pédagogique - Catégorie : Composition Originale - Compositeur : Pascal PROUST - / Niveau : Facile / Répertoire / Saxophone et Piano