SKU: AP.1-ADV7471
ISBN 9783892218371. UPC: 805095074710. English.
Dating back to 1770, Harmoniemusik was originally conceived for wind orchestras and was mainly played at open-air concerts as Tafelmusik (table music). Though the composers themselves typically adapted their own music for such purposes, this Rossini masterpiece was not and is beautifully rendered here for saxophone quartet.
SKU: AP.1-ADV7698
ISBN 9783892217589. UPC: 805095076981. English.
Mozart's Finale from Sonata No. 11, KV 331, also known as Rondo alla Turca, is one of his most recognized works. This tuneful, lively work was composed in the late 1770s, and since then has been transcribed for many ensembles. Two objectives were in mind while transcribing the Rondo alla Turca. One was to produce a relatively clean manuscript with a minimum of articulation and dynamic markings so as to allow interpretation by the performers. Such markings found here are provided only as suggestions. Secondly, rather than featuring just the solo soprano saxophone, the melodies were given to other parts as well.
SKU: AP.1-ADV7470
ISBN 9783892218364. UPC: 805095074703. English.
Dating back to ca. 1770, Harmoniemusik was originally conceived for wind orchestras and was mainly played at open-air concerts as Tafelmusik (table music). Though the composers themselves typically adapted their own music for such purposes, this Rossini masterpiece, The Barber of Seville, was not and is beautifully rendered here for saxophone quartet.
SKU: 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.
SKU: AP.1-ADV7431
UPC: 805095074314. English.
Originally conceived as a piano duet in 1908 and later arranged for orchestra in 1911, this popular set was inspired by the 17th-century fairy tales penned by Charles Perrault and Marie Catherine Aulnoy. Some of the compositions are preceded by excerpts from the corresponding fairy tales.
SKU: AP.1-ADV7436
UPC: 805095074369. English.
These three songs date from 1914--1915 and were arranged for four a cappella voices by Maurice Ravel immediately after he had written the music. The songs represent Ravel's sole contribution to choral literature. Titles: Nicolette * Trois beaux oiseaux du Paradis * Ronde.
SKU: AP.1-ADV7614
UPC: 805095076141. English.
What is probably Albéniz' most famous piece, Tango Andaluz, has been transcribed for many different instrument combinations. In this unique arrangement, from the repertoire of the Berlin Saxophone Quartet, all four saxophones get a chance to shine.
SKU: AP.1-ADV7432
UPC: 805095074321. English.
A Chinese-styled barn burner for the advanced saxophone quartet. An intensely paced crowd pleaser with heated action for all the saxophones. With its showcase of technique and group cohesion, this is a great piece to cap a performance.
SKU: AP.1-ADV7676
ISBN 9783892217374. UPC: 805095076769. English.
This suite was inspired most notably by the saxophone quartets of Phil Woods and was written in a conscious attempt to wed certain stylistic elements of classical and jazz music. The players are not asked to improvise, but the piece does feature sections that sound spontaneous and freely created. The piece is difficult, but no more so than other quartets, like Glazunov and Desenclos, that are standard repertoire for this instrumentation. Talented high school and all college groups will find success working on this piece. Trance Dance, is a rhythmically grooving 12/8 feel that features the tenor and baritone saxophones.
SKU: AP.1-ADV7421
UPC: 805095074215. English.
Originally written for solo keyboard, this pair of sonatas from the late Baroque render beautifully for modern saxophone quartets. The first is a slow andante in 3/4; the second is an energetic allegro in 3/8 time. Together they will bring a sense of artistic integrity to any concert.
SKU: AP.1-ADV7434
ISBN 9783892215882. UPC: 805095074345. English.
This collection of short compositions contains a variety of classical masterpieces. These arrangements will be useful as style and sonority etudes, encores, and short concert works. Titles: J.-B. Lully: Air des Hautbois (folies d'espagne) * R. Schumann: Waldszenen op. 82: Eintritt * F. W. Gluck: Andante aus don Juan * F. W. Gluck: Allegretto aus Don Juan * F. Schubert: Choral aus Der Tod und das Mädchen * F. Chopin: op. 28/4 * F. Chopin: op. 28/6 * F. Chopin: op. 28/7 * D. Scarlatti: Sonata L418 * G. Puccini: Scherzo * F. Schubert: Moment Musical No. 3 * L. v. Beethoven: Sonata op. 27/2 (Mondschein).
SKU: AP.1-ADV7605
ISBN 9783892216711. UPC: 805095076059. English.
This original composition conveys a feeling of introspection and emotional upheaval periodically experienced throughout the course of one's life. An odd metered vamp is featured for all the saxophones to solo over.
SKU: AP.1-ADV7452
UPC: 805095074529. English.
Each movement (sold separately) of this suite presents an authentic Latin musical form. This ballad, replete with luscious harmonies and singing melodic lines, stars alto and soprano saxophones telling the story of a romantic interlude. The music weaves, twists, turns and jumps, culminating in a rewarding resolution.
SKU: AP.1-ADV7689
ISBN 9783892218500. UPC: 805095076899. English.
Subtitled A Little Suite for Four, the first movement features a unison melody written in B minor. In the second movement, a leitmotiv with variations and the use of repeated jazz phrases is presented; all four instruments take turns in assuming primary and supporting roles. The third movement is a ballad-like theme featuring soprano and baritone sax sharing a pleasant conversation. The fourth movement goes on a joyful melodic ride passing through all the saxophones parts, one after the other.
SKU: AP.1-ADV7681
UPC: 805095076813. English.
Straight-eighth 5/4 modal groove.
SKU: BT.PMC3830
For soprano, alto, tenor and baritone saxophones.
SKU: AP.1-ADV7607
UPC: 805095076073. English.
The Latin-influenced piece consists of the theme (ABC), interlude, soprano and tenor saxophone solos, interlude, theme, a coda featuring the soprano, and culminates with the final cadenza. The soloists may either improvise or play the notated transcriptions. Solo sections may be opened up for additional choruses. Heiner Wiberny wrote this melodious and rhythmically spirited compositon for his son Julian. The Latin-Influenced piece was inspired by his collaboration as multiinstrumentalist with the WDR Big Band in Cologne during productions with Paquito D'Rivera, Bob Mintzer and Andy Narell. The piece consists of the theme (ABC), interlude, soprano and tenor saxophone solos, interlude, theme, a coda featuring the soprano, and culminates with the final cadenza. The soloists my either improvise or play the notated transcriptions of the composer. Solo sections may be opened up for additional choruses. A substitute alto part is printed on the back of the soprano.
SKU: AP.1-ADV7619
UPC: 805095076196. English.
This is an abstract recasting of tenor saxophone giant Coleman Hawkins' remarkable 1948 unaccompanied tenor saxophone improvisation Picasso. Using the four distinct voices of the quartet, Hawkins' phrases are fractured into a series of intersecting variations that manipulate texture, density, color, space, and form.
SKU: AP.1-ADV7674
ISBN 9783892217350. UPC: 805095076745. English.
This suite was inspired most notably by the saxophone quartets of Phil Woods and was written in a conscious attempt to wed certain stylistic elements of classical and jazz music. The players are not asked to improvise, but the piece does feature sections that sound spontaneous and freely created. The piece is difficult, but no more so than other quartets, like Glazunov and Desenclos, that are standard repertoire for this instrumentation. Talented high school and all college groups will find success working on this piece. The first movement, subtitled Danse Macabre, is ominous, dark, sometimes bluesy, and is propelled along by the use of intricate counterpoint and an improvised sounding solo section for the tenor saxophone.
SKU: AP.1-ADV7618
UPC: 805095076189. English.
The suite consists of a series of short sketch-like movements that employs the use of common saxophone connotative qualities. It is an outgrowth of the composer's impressions of the saxophone both as a musical instrument and as a quasi-pop icon.
SKU: AP.1-ADV7638
UPC: 805095076387. English.
Frequently, one is in search of a suitable ensemble piece where each member can present himself with a playable solo part. Welcome to New Orleans offers you and your musicians this possibility. Using a fast swing rhythm, the author describes in this composition the modern and the old New Orleans and its colorful history. Due to its compatibility---available are editions for saxophone, clarinet, and brass quartet---this piece enables you to put together your own small New Orleans band, e.g. consisting of a clarinet, a trumpet, a tenor saxophone, and a trombone. That's almost like playing music in the good old times!
SKU: AP.1-ADV7668
ISBN 9783892217299. UPC: 805095076684. English.
The piece shows the characteristic features of a march, making little use of syncopations and should therefore be played in a faster tempo. In order to take full advantage of the saxophone quartet's range, this arrangement is written in D flat major.
SKU: AP.1-ADV7688
UPC: 805095076882. English.
This arrangement for saxophone quartet contains a minimum of dynamic, expression, and articulation markings, allowing the players to develop their own interpretation. However, players are encouraged to keep the festive nature of the march in mind, and the use of the suggested ornamentation will lend verve and flair to the music.
SKU: AP.1-ADV7661
ISBN 9783892217220. UPC: 805095076615. English.
This four-movement work was originally composed for the New York Saxophone Quartet. Three movements are through-composed and playable by good high school groups; the second movement requires good improvisational skills by all four players.
SKU: AP.1-ADV7647
ISBN 9783892217114. UPC: 805095076479. English.
These saxophone quartets are available together with a play-along CD, offering every musician of the quartet the possibility of working on his part at home---in addition to quartet rehearsals. The written parts do not include the phrasings of the improvisations on the CD, which is meant to induce the students to imitate those phrasings. Imitation is an essential step on the students' way to learning how to phrase in jazz. These solos are by no means obligatory. The notated chords serve as a basis for those who wish to improvise and create their own solos.
SKU: AP.1-ADV7411
UPC: 805095074116. English.
This beautiful addition to the saxophone quartet repertoire is taken from Johann Christian Bach's set of Six Quartettos for a German flute, violin, tenor, and violincello. J.C. Bach was the youngest of Johann Sebastian's sons and is noted for influencing the concerto style of Mozart.
SKU: AP.1-ADV7612
UPC: 805095076127. English.
SKU: AP.1-ADV7693
UPC: 805095076936. English.
Up-tempo even eighth piece. The melody is very angular (kind of Dolphy-ish), and the harmonies are unusual, since they are not based on traditional chord voicings. This chart sounds best played fast with a funky, gritty, earthy quality, but can work well even at a medium tempo.
SKU: AP.1-ADV7446
UPC: 805095074468. English.
In the form of a classic 12-bar blues, this boogaloo is written in concert B-flat and has plenty of room for improvisation.
SKU: AP.1-ADV7430
ISBN 9783892215844. UPC: 805095074307. English.
Johann Sebastian Bach composed this piece around 1725 at the beginning of his Leipzig years. The character of the Fantasia is serious and grave. Even the interludes, despite their lighter texture, maintain an overall contemplative character. The four-part double fugue is an example of Bach's unique contrapuntal craftsmanship. He combines two notably contrasting themes: the first is diatonic, rhythmic and agile while the second consists of a descending chromatic line.