Solo Sounds for Alto Saxophone - Volume I (Levels 1-3), Piano Accompaniment

Piano Reduction including solo part. Par DENISOV EDISON. The catalogue of Edison Denisov's works includes 16 concertos. It was a genre to which he returned time and again throughout his life, from the Concerto for Cello and Orchestra of 1972 to the Double Concerto for Flute, Clarinet and Orchestra of 1996. In Denisov's music the role of the soloist, or rather the protagonist, is extraordinarily important, not so much for its virtuosity as for its confessional character. The solo part is a monologue distinguished by poetic diction and a very personal message from the composer. The dramaturgical conception of the Concerto for Saxophone and Orchestra, a reworking of the Viola Concerto of 1986, draws on traditional sonata form, thereby reaffirming the ubiquitous classicism in Denisov's thought. In this late work, we find all the typical features of his style: sinuous melodic lines layered into dense contrapuntal textures, and an interplay of orchestral colours, with pure sonorities contrasting with complex mixtures of sounds. It is a perfect dramaturgy that governs the evolution of the music to the very end. The first movement assumes the role of a sonata-allegro, with the standard formal sections of exposition, development, recapitulation and coda. The second movement is an Adagio for strings. The third takes the form of a little contrasting intermezzo that introduces both new thematic material and a new range of colours. Here tunefulness gives way to pointillism enriched with sonic effects. The only movement with a virtuosic solo part, its nervousness and inner tension set it worlds apart from the second and fourth movements that surround it. The fourth movement assumes the traditional form of a final set of variations. It is the dramaturgical and semantic heart of the concerto. The theme of the variations is Franz Schubert's Impromptu in B-flat major, op. 142, which in this case is 'born' from the celesta as the product of a dodecaphonic string cluster. This finale represents Denisov's homage to his great mentor, Schubert's music being for him a symbol of eternal and universal beauty. 'The attentive listener', Denisov stressed, 'will recognise that the Impromptu theme is already suggested very slowly in the course of the three preceding movements, not only thematically, but also psychologically. That's what makes the appearance of the Schubert theme sound so natural.' The variations relate to the variation genre less in their form than in their spiritual and conceptual metamorphoses. It is, one might say, 'music round about Schubert'. (Ekaterina Kouprovskaia-Denisova)/ Répertoire / Saxophone Alto et Piano

17 Graded Solos for Alto Saxophone and Piano-Sounds Classical for Bassoon is a collection of graded solos selected specifically for the developing bassoonist.Designed to correlate with grades 1-4 of the exam syllabus of the Associated Board of the royal Schools of Music the pieces are drawn from four centuries of classical repertoire ranging from Susato to Sullivan and will provide ideal material for practice or recital.Also available: Sounds Classical for Oboe AMP 361-400.

Here\'s your chance to step into the spotlight and play the stunning songs of Keane with you as the soloist! Twelve songs from the smash hit Hopes And Fears album have been arranged for the Alto Sax. Not only will you findthe melodies from songs including Somewhere Only We Know and Everybody\'s Changing each book is also complete with 2 CDs. The first disc contains a full set of demonstrations so you can hear exactly how the songsounds on your solo instrument. The second CD boasts a set up superb backing tracks specially recorded for you to play along with both when practicing and in full performance!

Techno Treat Instrumentation : Alto Saxophone Version : edition with CD Description : Easy solo pieces in pop styles with state of the art CD accompaniments. Play the solo piece straight, or add the backing tracks and enter a whole new world of sound. Chris Norton does it again with his unique blend of traditional technique with popular styles. Students will learn all about technique - rhythm, co-ordination and listening, but they'll be having so much fun, they won't know they're doing it! Big Beats is available in six great-tasting flavours. 'Microjazz for the next generation, more dramatic, more interactive. It looks and sounds great - another surefire success' (Piano Magazine, December 21) Contenu : Danger, Danger - Don't Touch That Dial - Evil Mr X - Harmonic Space - Here Come the Mysterons - Liberated - Nightmare In Anytown - Static - Sweet Incantation - Urban Surfer Nombre de pages : 16 Format : New Edition portrait

15 tunes that reflect the breadth and diversity of jazz from the great African-American tradition to the vibrant and multicultural sounds of jazz today. Arrangements by jazz arrangers are carefully researched and designed to accommodate teacher and pupil alike. An approach that encourages playing by ear. Includes â??Minus-oneâ?? rhythm-section tracks and full performances recorded by top jazz musicians. Written-out piano score and sections for improvised solos with notated guideline pitches to get you started. Background information including suggestions for further listening.

An easy step-by-step method of learning to improvise. Simple transposition exercises and short, structured solos lead to controlled, confident improvisations. Improvise Microjazz can be dipped into or worked through in sequence. Chord symbols are used throughout, and each unit ends with a new Microjazz piece, providing the player with an opportunity to relax by playing some written out music with no decisions to make. Microjazz is the world famous series of pieces based on classical technique yet using popular contemporary styles such as jazz, blues, rock'n'roll and funk. Microjazz helps you develop musicianship and technique through the familiar sounds and styles of popular music. It is this unique combination of modern genres with traditional technique that has made Microjazz an international success with teachers and players, and one of the most widely used educational series ever published. New technology brings Microjazz alive and adds an exciting interactive dimension to practice and performance. Based on classical technique Microjazz is a great way to introduce rhythm and develop co-ordination skills whilst being fun for all ages and standards. A great motivator for the reluctant student and the pieces are equally effective on acoustic or electronic instruments. Content : Thoughtful Melody for Two Duet Train Blues Set Piece Picnic Piece Moving Along Young at Heart Misty Day Into the Night

Ce livre de lecture de niveau intermédiaire avec CD d'accompagnement (12 pistes d'écoute- 12 titres de jeux-long) contient très mélodique, amusant à jouer du blues et des riffs lignes dans divers styles / sent. Les touches et les tempos sont de comfortable.It un excellent outil pour apprendre ce que le jazz solo est tout au sujet. Outre la lecture, vous pouvez improviser sur le play-along pistes à l'aide des cordes pour les titres figurant dans le livre. Rhythm Section: Fred Lipsius - piano, Bruce Gertz - basse, John Wheatley - guitare, Bob Kaufman - tambours, Yoron Israël - tambours. / Saxophone Alto

40 studies in classical jazz rock and latin styles-A set of studies that explore the world of musical styles from Classical to Rock and everything in between! Become a versatile and sophisticated Saxophonist and discover the different sounds of the musical world with this superb collection of 40 pieces. Not only will you learn a huge variety of pieces that will suit any performance opportunity but you will also find that learning to play in different styles is the best way to increase your musicianship and your confidence making you a more accomplished musician. Pieces from this edition have been selected for the ABRSM Alto and Tenor Saxophone Examinations Grades 1 -5.

Classic hymns have been arranged for the flexible “Sounds of” series. For solos and ensembles this collection brings together great hymns of the faith. Whether it's a soloist using a book (accompanied by piano orfully-orchestrated accompaniment track) or two three four players...or a full orchestra Sounds of Worship is a uniquely flexible idea for church instrumentalists! Each book includes a solo line and an ensemble line. Mixand match lines with different instruments and combinations of players. Available: Conductor's Score (with Acc. CD) Flute Oboe Trumpet Clarinet Trombone Horn Alto Saxophone Tenor Saxophone Violin Cello Bass/Tuba Percussion Piano/Rhythm Accompaniment CD.

Classic hymns have been arranged for the flexible “Sounds of” series. For solos and ensembles this collection brings together great hymns of the faith. Whether it's a soloist using a book (accompanied by piano orfully-orchestrated accompaniment track) or two three four players...or a full orchestra Sounds of Worship is a uniquely flexible idea for church instrumentalists! Each book includes a solo line and an ensemble line. Mixand match lines with different instruments and combinations of players. Available: Conductor's Score (with Acc. CD) Flute Oboe Trumpet Clarinet Trombone Horn Alto Saxophone Tenor Saxophone Violin Cello Bass/Tuba Percussion Piano/Rhythm Accompaniment CD.

Classic hymns have been arranged for the flexible “Sounds of” series. For solos and ensembles this collection brings together great hymns of the faith. Whether it's a soloist using a book (accompanied by piano orfully-orchestrated accompaniment track) or two three four players...or a full orchestra Sounds of Worship is a uniquely flexible idea for church instrumentalists! Each book includes a solo line and an ensemble line. Mixand match lines with different instruments and combinations of players. Available: Conductor's Score (with Acc. CD) Flute Oboe Trumpet Clarinet Trombone Horn Alto Saxophone Tenor Saxophone Violin Cello Bass/Tuba Percussion Piano/Rhythm Accompaniment CD.

Classic hymns have been arranged for the flexible “Sounds of” series. For solos and ensembles this collection brings together great hymns of the faith. Whether it's a soloist using a book (accompanied by piano orfully-orchestrated accompaniment track) or two three four players...or a full orchestra Sounds of Worship is a uniquely flexible idea for church instrumentalists! Each book includes a solo line and an ensemble line. Mixand match lines with different instruments and combinations of players. Available: Conductor's Score (with Acc. CD) Flute Oboe Trumpet Clarinet Trombone Horn Alto Saxophone Tenor Saxophone Violin Cello Bass/Tuba Percussion Piano/Rhythm Accompaniment CD.

Classic hymns have been arranged for the flexible “Sounds of” series. For solos and ensembles this collection brings together great hymns of the faith. Whether it's a soloist using a book (accompanied by piano orfully-orchestrated accompaniment track) or two three four players...or a full orchestra Sounds of Worship is a uniquely flexible idea for church instrumentalists! Each book includes a solo line and an ensemble line. Mixand match lines with different instruments and combinations of players. Available: Conductor's Score (with Acc. CD) Flute Oboe Trumpet Clarinet Trombone Horn Alto Saxophone Tenor Saxophone Violin Cello Bass/Tuba Percussion Piano/Rhythm Accompaniment CD.