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Pop Performance Pieces includes 10 carefully selected contemporary and classic pop songs in special arrangements for Alto Saxophone with aPiano accompaniment suitable for Grade 2-5 students as well as teachers. With a Piano score separate Alto Saxophone part and performance hints and tips these fun pieces will honeyour skills and develop ensemble playing.These pieces present a fun alternative to graded exam material and many are suitable for GCSE performance exams. The tunes will be familiar to most players withclassics like Simon & Garfunkel's Bridge Over Troubled Water and Elton John's Your Song as well as contemporary pop songs like Adele's When We Were Young and KatyPerry's Firework. These 10 songs can be played in instrumental lessons in the classroom and of course on stage. The separate booklet with the Alto Saxophonepart features tips by professional musicians with some fingering guidance while the Piano score also includes the tips along with chord symbols and helpful fingering suggestions. 

Internationally renowned authors musicians and recording artists Frank Villafranca and Andrew D. Gordon have composed a collection of grooves and melodies in the Smooth Jazz Genre creating an exciting supplemental jazz study series for beginner intermediate and advanced jazz students and musicians. The smooth jazz grooves in this 46 page book feature a variety of contemporary rhythm section styles including RandB Jazz Funk Top 40 Rock Gospel Hip Hop and Latin. These stylistic influences are frequently associated with smooth jazz. Popular artists in this genre include The Super Groovers David Sanborn Eric Marienthal Kenny G Dave Koz David Benoit Tom Scott Gerald Albright Candy Dulfer Wilton Felder Boney James Chris Botti Chuck Mangione Sade George Benson Peter White Lee Ritenour Earl Klugh Larry Carlton Jeff Lorber Brian Culbertson George Duke Joe Sample Spyro Gyra Pat Metheny Four Play The Yellow Jackets and The Rippingtons. On each of the 20 tracks the groove is separated into 3 melodic ideas. Each melodic idea (example or riff) is played first by the saxophone with the groove followed by just the rhythm section groove without sax. The 1st example is usually the easiest the 2nd slightly harder and the 3rd the most difficult.  

for Tenor Saxophone and Bb Instruments-Andrew D. Gordon world renowned music educator author of over 60 music educational products has previously written numerous books on flute styles such as: ???100 Ultimate Blues Riffs for Saxophone??? ???100 Ultimate Jazz Riffs for Saxophone??? ???The Blues Scale for Saxophone??? as well as another book that A.D.G. Productions publishes ???Ultimate Funk Grooves for Saxophone??? authored by Ben Tompsett which have all been well received by students teachers and musicians all over the world. As playing funk styles is a passion of Andrew???s he has written this instructional book ???100 Ultimate Soul Funk and RandB Grooves??? based on the influences of the great Funk Soul and RandB artists suchas: James Brown Herbie Hancock The Crusaders Average White Band Marvin Gaye Miles Davis Stevie Wonder Parliament Ramsey Lewis Booker T and The MG???s MFSB Billy Preston etc. Besides the afore-mentioned styles Andrew has also added a few grooves that are Afro-Caribbean such as: Latin Reggae and Calypso. Each of the 100 grooves have been recorded with the Saxophone part playing along with a rhythm section of guitar bass drums keyboards and in many of the grooves percussion. There is also a three minute Play-A-Long track for each of the 100 grooves minus the Saxophone part so that you can practice along with the rhythm tracks adding up to over 5 hours of Play-A-Long tracks.

Pour Saxophone Soprano et Piano / for Solo Saxophone and Piano-André Jolivet’s Chant de Linos for Saxophone and Piano (arrangement: Carmen Lefrançois). Captivated by the magical and religious dimension of music André Jolivet (1905-1971) couldn’t help but have a predilection for the Flute a “deep expression of humankind (…) that charges sounds with what in us is both visceral and cosmic”. Eight years after the famous Incantations for solo Flute in 1936 he wrote the Chant de Linos for Flute and Piano. Its pedagogical purpose – as an examination piece for national Conservatoire students - does not mask itsgravity: in Ancient Greece it was a funeral lamento originally sung in memory of the poet Linos who lost his life to Apollo’s jealousy. In 1945 the composer transformed this piece into a powerfully charming quintet for Flute Violin Viola Cello and Harp. The Editions Leduc are publishing a transcription for Soprano Saxophone and Piano written by Carmen Lefrançois and approved by Christine Jolivet the composer’s daughter. Lefrançois beautifully avoids smothering the delicacy of the music with the Saxophone's dynamics which could prove excessive in this context. The threnody interspersed with ritual dances retains its strange beauty touching the hearts of a new generation of musicians.

From best-selling author, John O'Neill, The Saxophone Method is a complete course for the beginner to intermediate saxophonist. Start by mastering the essential foundation techniques of breathing, embouchure, tone production, and tonguing required to be a great player in any style. With a wide range of tunes from all over the world you will be exposed to a great variety of musical styles to motivate and inspire.The mp3 backing tracks, available as free downloads, feature top professional musicians and will give you the feeling of playing in a great band from the very beginning.The Saxophone Method is supplemented by two Repertoire Books to give you even more music to practice and enjoy, and perfectly complements the Jazz Method for Saxophone. By the end of the method you will be able to:- understand the fundamentals of good playing technique- have explored the full range of the instrument- be familiar with the most common rhythms- have a solid grounding in music theory- have the confidence to play with a real band in many different styles / Alto Saxophone

Globetrotters for wind-Saxophone Globetrotters - B Flat Edition brings together twelve toe-tapping original tunes in styles from around the world-from Arabic to Chinese and from klezmer to the Cuban cha-cha-cha- for the budding saxophonist.This unique book presents a kaleidoscope of musical traditions with supporting background information and backing tracks that capture each sound-world. To help with technique and interpretation every piece includes tailored warm-ups and stylistic tips from the authors. With options for saxophone or piano accompaniment and an inspirational CD Globetrotters is the ultimate resource for aspiring musicians looking to gotravellin'.12 fun pieces in styles from around the worldSuitable for young saxophonists everywhere (2 years' playing experience/around Grade 2-4 standard)Range of styles including bossa nova klezmer township jazz Brazilian Bulgarian and GreekFascinating background information and tailored warm-upsIncludes saxophone accompaniments for a teacher or more experienced pupil and piano accompaniments with guitar chordsCD with performances and backings for every piece recorded by renowned world-music performers

OpenSax – the title of this collection should appeal to all saxophonists who seek to explore new directions while keeping an eye on the current musical scene. Claude Georgel director of the Vent de Sax collection took advantage of a festive occasion – the 17th World Saxophone Congress and Festival in July 2015 – to ask nine composers from very different backgrounds to write pieces either joyful or poetic. The idea was to allow instrumentalists (starting year two of Alto Saxophone study) to explore a variety of artistic and technical worlds guided by the pure joy of playing. It’s a thrilling adventure: British composer JohnHarle draws on the Sanskrit symbol Yantra to weave magical connections between soloist and electroacoustics. Sophie Lacaze turns young saxophonists into Oriental storytellers as they celebrate through deft plays on keys the thousand shards of La Lune dans l’Eau. Vincent-Raphaël Carinola takes musicians into the dreamlike mechanism of the Montre molle so dear to Dali. In Sunny groove Claude Barthélémy offers those who thrill to jazz the pleasure of slipping into the skin of the legendary Sonny Rollins. Annette Mengel gives her Vol au Vent the appearance of a fragile haiku while Clara Olivares the composer of L’Envol transforms what could have been a banal study of the various types of vibrato into a hymn for freedom – that of the performer for example to whom she gives great importance. Claude Georgel’s Du Tac au Tac! conjures an amusing world to which a “very free questioning” rubato brings a simply irresistible sway. In Gamaphone for Saxophone and electroacoustics Philippe Gleiss throws a bridge between jazz and funk by plunging the musician into the sensual delights of rhythm. Xavier Rosselle brings the electroacoustic accompaniment of Main gauche Main droite et Clac a granular quality that emphasizes the music’s sobriety. From the nine stops that compose this journey springs an intoxicating taste of freedom. - Claude BarthélemySonny’s groove

From best-selling author, John O'Neill, The Saxophone Method is a complete course for the beginner to intermediate saxophonist. Start by mastering the essential foundation skills required to be a great player in any style. With a wide range of tunes from all over the world you will be exposed to a great variety of musical styles to motivate and inspire.The mp3 backing tracks, available as free downloads, feature top professional musicians and will give you the feeling of playing in a great band from the very beginning.The Saxophone Method is supplemented by two Repertoire Books to give you even more music to practice and enjoy. By the end of the method you will be able to:- understand the fundamentals of good playing technique- have explored the full range of the instrument- be familiar with the most common rhythms- have a solid grounding in music theory- have the confidence to play with a real band in many different styles

Vol. 2-From best-selling author John O'Neill The Saxophone Method is a complete course for the beginner to intermediate saxophonist. Start by mastering the essential foundation skills required to be a great player in any style. With a wide range of tunes from all over the world you will be exposed to a great variety of musical styles to motivate and inspire.The mp3 backing tracks available as free downloads feature top professional musicians and will give you the feeling of playing in a great band from the very beginning.The Saxophone Method is supplemented by two Repertoire Books to give you even more music to practice and enjoy.By the end of the method you willbe able to:understand the fundamentals of good playing techniquehave explored the full range of the instrumentbe familiar with the most common rhythmshave a solid grounding in music theoryhave the confidence to play with a real band in many different styles

From Rio to Red Square, Mike Mower?s Musical Postcards features ten captivating pieces in different musical styles from around the world. Experience the thrill of Puerto Rican salsa, the magic of an Irish reel, the romance of French café music, and much more ?Available in editions for alto saxophone, flute, clarinet, trumpet and violin, each book contains melody lines with chord symbols to aid improvisation.Every piece is brought to life with a postcard of essential background information and playing tips. A book of keyboard accompaniments is available separately.Spectacular and authentic audio performances and backing tracks of every piece played by bands and musicians from all ten countries are available online. A professional musician for 40 years, Mike Mower has played in orchestras, big bands, chamber ensembles, shows, jazz bands, and recording sessions around the world in classical, jazz, Latin, and rock styles on flutes, saxophones, and clarinets.He has written concertos for international solo artists and orchestras and concert music for ensembles of all sizes ? in addition to composing, arranging, and producing TV themes and commercial music albums.His fun but challenging educational music has been enjoyed by a generation of younger players. The Musical Postcards and Junior Musical Postcards series (with accompaniment by some international recording artists too famous to mention!) celebrates authentic music genres from all over the globe.Cuba: Havana cha chaUSA: Flat FivesFrance: Riviera ?62Brazil: SambossaRussia: Cossackaya!Scotland: Upland FlingSpain: Andalusia MoraPuerto Rico: Salsa Con MotoIreland: Dodd?s Odd JobMexico: Mucho Mariachi! / Saxophone / Boosey and Hawkes

Stylish arrangements of selected highlights from the leading 20th century composer. Par BARTOK BELA. The Boosey and Hawkes Bartók Edition showcases brand new stylish arrangements of highlights from the leading twentieth century composer for developing musicians to learn and enjoy. The Romanian Folk Dances were originally written in 1915 as a suite of six short piano pieces, which Bartók subsequently orchestrated for small ensemble. In this edition, Hywel Davies has arranged the suite for alto saxophone with piano accompaniment. / Niveau : Intermédiaire / Répertoire / Saxophone Alto et Piano

12 Favorite pieces by Astor Piazzolla-This collection for Eb Saxophone contains 12 of the most famous works by Astor Piazzolla in easy arrangements for musicians of all levels. Easy Piazzolla: E Flat Saxophone features the pieces Ave Maria Celos El Infierno Tan Temido Escolaso Escualo Fotografia Libertango Los Pajaros Perdidos Solitude and more. This book includes an MP3 CD with full performances and play-along tracks for complete and highly satisfying solo performances.

Make home practice more enjoyable and develop skills much quicker with the motivational Accent On Achievement: E Flat Alto Saxophone Book 1. Accent On Achievement: E Flat Alto Saxophone Book 1 is a comprehensive band method that develops creativity and musicianship. This expertly written book includes exciting original works as well as extended arrangements of classic and folk tunes.The accompanying CD allows you to play along with skilled musicians and hear full recordings of all five performance pieces from the book.

Selected from the 2018???2021 syllabus. 2 Score and Part Audio Downloads Scales and Sight-Reading-This book contains nine pieces selected from ABRSM?s 2018?2021 Grade 3 Saxophone syllabus.Key features: Nine pieces in a range of styles chosen from Lists A B and C with both Eb and Bb piano accompaniments Classic repertoire and newly commissioned pieces and arrangements Footnotes with helpful information about the pieces Audio performances by expert musicians plus accompaniment-only tracks for use when practising (download code included in the book)

Selected from the 2018???2021 syllabus. 2 Score and Part Audio Downloads Scales and Sight-Reading-This book contains nine pieces selected from ABRSM?s 2018?2021 Grade 4 Saxophone syllabus.Key features: Nine pieces in a range of styles chosen from Lists A B and C with both Eb and Bb piano accompaniments Classic repertoire and newly commissioned pieces and arrangements Footnotes with helpful information about the pieces Audio performances by expert musicians plus accompaniment-only tracks for use when practising (download code included in the book)