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S174: Sonate Op. 115
for Alto Saxophone and Piano by
Jean Absil. Lemoine, 1963, SS, 20 + 7 pages. Dedicated to Georges
Gourdet. Jean Absil (1893-1974s) was a Belgian composer, organist, and
professor at the Brussels Conservatory. This piece is in three
movements: I. Allegro, II. Andantino, and III. Vivo. All
movements have cadenzas. Upper college level. |
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S227: Soundings
for Alto Saxophone and Piano by Samuel Adler. Southern Music Co.,
1990, SS, 16 + 7 pages. A recent one movement work which
includes
high altissimo and some quarter tones. Advanced college level. |
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S078: Sonata for Alto
Saxophone and Piano by
William Albright. C.F. Peters, 1990, 34 +16 pages. This piece was
written in 1984 for a consortium of three saxophone/piano duos. It has
four movements: I. Two-part Invention, II. La follia nuova: a lament
for George Cacioppo, III. Scherzo "Will o' the wisp," and IV.
Recitative and Dance. Advanced level and very nicely printed. |
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S182: Suite after
Rameau
for Alto Saxophone and Piano by
André Ameller. Editions Musicales Transatlantiques, 1971, 12 + 6
pages. Five movements: 1. Vivo, 2. Sarabande, 3. Menuets, 4. Rondo
gracieus, and 5. Final. High school/early college level. |
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S228: Sonata IV by
Johann Sebastian Bach transcribed and arranged for Soprano or Tenor
Saxophone and Piano by Harry Gee. Southern Music Co., 1969, SS,
10 + 4 pages. Four movements: I. Andante, II. Menuetto I and
Menuetto II, III. Adagio, and IV. Allegro. Advanced high school/early
college level.(Except other items with free shipping.) |
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in E-flat Major by
Johann Sebastian Bach transcribed and arranged for Soprano or Tenor
Saxophone and Piano by J. Michael Leonard. Presser, 1987, SS,
11 + 4 pages. This is BWV 1031 originally for flute and harpsichord.
Three movements: I. Allegro moderato, II. Siciliano, and III. Allegro.
High school or early
college level.(Except other items with free shipping.) |
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S175: Suite No. III by
J.S. Bach transcribed for saxophone solo by Jean-Marie Londeix.
Lemoine, 1969, SS, 11
pages. From the Bach cello suites. Seven movements: Prelude, Allemande,
Courante, Sarabande, Bourrée I, Bourrée II, and Gigue.
Upper intermediate level. (Except other items with free shipping.) |
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S077: Duo
Concertante - Five Movements for Alto
Saxophone and Piano by
Leslie Bassett. C.F. Peters, 1988, 18 + 9 pages. The five movements
are:
Driving, Lyrical, Unhurried, Ascending, and Dramatic. This piece
requires good command of the high altissimo register and while it does
not
require extended technique, it does use some contemporary notation. |
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S076: Music for
Saxophone and Piano by
Leslie Bassett. C.F. Peters, 1969, 17 + 6 pages. For alto saxophone.
Optional extended altissimo notes. Requires some extended piano
technique ("stopped" notes). Four movements: Fast, Slow, Moderato, and
Fast. Skilled performers are required on both parts. |
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S230: Romance
in F Major Op. 50 for Alto Saxophone and Piano by Ludwig van
Beethoven arranged by Robert Franscotti.
Roncorp, 1980, SS, 12 + 4 pages. This is an arrangement of this popular
Beethoven work originally for violin and piano. Marked Adagio
cantabile, it will provide the college level saxophonist the
opportunity to demonstrate both technical fluency and musical
sensitivity. (Except other items with free shipping.) |
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C644: Three
Songs without Words for Clarinet or Tenor Saxophone and Piano by
Paul Ben-Haim. Israel Music Institute, 1953, SS, 12 + 3 pages.
Conceived as vocalises for high voice and piano it occurred to the
composer that the songs lent themselves to instrumental performance as
well. Consequently he arranged them for several instruments, with the
clarinet or tenor
saxophone edition presented here. The three songs are Arioso (Molto
moderato), Ballad (Allegretto), and Sephardic Melody (Largamente rubato
e molto
appassionato).(Except other items with free shipping.) |
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Concerto for Stan Getz for tenor saxophone,
timpani and strings (Piano reduction) by
Richard Rodney Bennett. Novello, 2000, SS, 50 + 19 pages. The Concerto
for Stan Getz is a thoroughly celebratory tribute to the possibilities
of using jazz harmonies in conjunction with Bennett's own free flowing
serial technique. In three movements: I. Con fuoco, II. Elegy, and III.
Con brio. There are numerous sections in this extended work where
improvisation over chord changes is required. The duration is about 24
minuets. |
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S324: Sonata for
soprano saxophone and piano by
Richard Rodney Bennett. Novello, 1994, SS, 32 + 9 pages. This piece was
commissioned and is dedicated to John Harle. In four movements: I. Poco
allegro, II. Scherzando, III. Andante (In memory of Harold Arlen), and
IV. Vivo. An advanced work with a duration of 18:30.![]() |
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S176: Concertino
for
Alto Saxophone and Wind Ensemble (Piano Reduction)
by Warren Benson. Presser, 1971, SS, 22 + 8 pages.
Dedicated to Sigurd Rascher. The piano reduction is by the composer. In
three movements: I. Very slowly-subdued, II. Aeolian Song
(Slowly-peacefully), and III. Lively-buoyantly. The second movement
"Aeolian Song" is often performed by itself. College level. Duration 12
minutes. |
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S184: Sequenza VIIb
for
Soprano Saxophone Solo
by Luciano Berio. Universal Edition, 1995.
Berio (1925-2003) wrote this piece in 1969 and it is a version of the Sequenza VIIa which is for oboe.
While this edition includes fingerings and some explanation of the
technical details by Claude Delangle (in French, German, and English)
additional information will be required to successfully perform this
work. Advanced/professional level.(Except other items with free shipping.) |
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S183: Sequenza IXb for
Alto Saxophone Solo
by Luciano Berio. Universal Edition, 1980, 10 pages.
Berio (1925-2003) wrote this piece in 1980 and it is a version of the Sequenza IXa which is for clarinet.
It includes some suggested fingerings. Advanced/professional level. |
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Six for Sax
for Alto Saxophone and Piano
by Aubrey Beswick. Universal Edition, 1980, 14 + 5 pages.
This is at the intermediate level making it one of the easier pieces in
our catalog. Most of the pieces have animal related titles
(Farewell for a Fox, Waltz for a Wallaby, etc.) and all except Tango
for a Turtle are on the fast side. |
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Le Papillon for Alto Saxophone and Piano
by Claude Bolling. Hal Leonard, 1994, 20 + 8 pages. Claude Bolling
(1930-) is a renowned French jazz pianist, composer (for films in
particular), and arranger. This sectional piece is from the recording
"Enchanting Versailles – Strictly Classical." College level. |
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S104: Caprice en forme de valse for
saxophone solo by
Paul Bonneau. Leduc, 1950, SS, 4 pages. An exciting unaccompanied work
written for Marcel Mule in 1950. This piece has become a frequently
performed part of the saxophone repertoire. Advanced level. ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]()
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S143: Concerto for
Alto
Saxophone and Orchestra Piano Reduction by
Paul Bonneau. Leduc, 1944, SS, 34 + 8 pages. Dedicated to Marcel Mule.
French composer Paul Bonneau (1918-1995) studied at the Paris
Conservatory where he won a First Prize for composition. He worked as a
conductor and composer and was particularly known for music for films.
This Concerto is in three
movements: I. Allegro/Più Lento, II. Andante, III. Allegro. An
upper level college work. |
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Pièce Concertante dans l'Esprit "Jazz" for Alto
Saxophone and Orchestra (Piano Reduction) by
Paul Bonneau. Leduc, 1944, SS, 27 + 8 pages. Dedicated to Marcel Mule.
A fairly long piece (about 11 minutes) with many sections. College
level. |
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S150:
Suite for Alto
Saxophone and Piano by
Paul Bonneau. Leduc, 1944, SS, 13 + 5 pages. Dedicated to Marcel Mule.
This suite has four short pieces: I. Improvistaion, II. Danse des
Démons, III. Plainte, and IV. Espiéglerie. College level.
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S246:
Fantaisie Brillante sur des airs de Carmen for Alto
Saxophone and Piano by François Borne arranged by Ewan
Roth and Raymond Meylan.
Kunzelmann, 1993, SS, 20 + 7 pages. This popular flute showpiece based
on themes from Bizet's opera Carmen also
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S165: Divertimento for
Alto
Saxophone and String Orchestra (Piano Reduction) by
Roger Boutry. Leduc, 1964, SS, 13 + 6 pages. Dedicated to Marcel Mule
and a contest piece for the French National Conservatoire.
Bounty (1932-) a French composer, conductor, and pianist unites
numerous and diverse modern aesthetic trends in his work. In three
movements: I. Allegro ma non troppo, II. Andante, and III. Presto. The
second movement concludes with a long cadenza that leads to the third
movement. Upper college level. |
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S141: Canons and Hockets
Concert Duet for Alto and Baritone Saxophones
by
Jerry L. Bowder. Manduca Music, 1996, SS. One extended movement of what
looks like a fun piece. Separate parts in score format
with the other part in small print. Probably early college level, but
might
be attempted by an outstanding high school duo.(Except other items with free shipping.) |
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S144: Aria for Alto
Saxophone and Piano
by Eugène Bozza. Leduc, 1936, SS, 3 + 1 pages. Dedicated to
Marcel Mule. A brief work Andante ma non troppo in 3/8. Early college
level.![]()
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S160: Concertino
for
Alto
Saxophone and Orchestra (Piano Reduction)
by Eugène Bozza. Leduc, 1939, SS, 26 + 8 pages. Dedicated to
Marcel Mule. An extended work in three movements: I. Fantasque et
Léger, II. Andantino, and III. Tarentelle. The last movement has
a written out cadenza. College
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S145: Diptyque for Alto
Saxophone and Piano
by Eugène Bozza. Leduc, 1970, SS, 12 + 5 pages. Two movements, I
- Andante and II - Final, both of which alternate between slower legato
and rapid animated sections. College
level. |
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S168: Impromptu et
Danse
for Alto Saxophone and Piano
by Eugène Bozza. Leduc, 1954, SS, 7 + 3 pages. The Impromptu
begins with a cadenza followed by an Andantino section and closes with
another cadenza. The Danse is Allegro vivo in 2/8. College
level.(Except other items with free shipping.) |
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S146: Improvisation et
Caprice for Saxophone Solo
by Eugène Bozza. Leduc, 1952, SS, 2 pages. Dedicated to
Marcel Mule. Improvisation is rhapsodic movement to be played with the
character of an improvisation. Caprice is Allegro moderato, but with
sextuplet figures that make it a technical showpiece. Upper college
level.![]() ![]() (all
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WW74: Prélude
et
Divertissement for Alto
Saxophone or Clarinet and Piano
by Eugene Bozza. Alphonse
Leduc, 1960, SS, 5 + 2 pages (includes both alto saxophone and clarinet
parts). The Prélude is at a tempo of Modéré (avec
une grande tendresse) while the Divertissement is Allegro giocoso.
College level. |
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Sonata Op. 25 for Alto
Saxophone and Piano by Hans Brehme. Ethos Publications, 2006 SS, 36
+ 10 pages. Hans Brehme (1904-1957) was a German composer and pianist
who wrote this work at the request of Sigurd Rascher in 1932. He was
one of the first composers to make extensive use of the altissimo
register. This is the first publication of this work which performed by
Rascher from the original and then a copied manuscript throughout his
career. This is a scholarly edition with notes on the editing and
definitions of the German language terms that appear in the score. The
work is in three movements: I. Allegro con moto, II. Adagio, and III.
Allegro. Advanced level. |
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Ob110: Six
Metamorphoses after Ovid Oboe Solo by Benjamin Britten. Boosey
&
Hawkes, 1952,
SS,
7 pages. The piece that make up this work are: I. Pan (Senza
misura/Lento ma subito accel.), II. Phaeton (Vivace ritmico), III.
Niobe (Andante), IV. Bacchus (Allegro pesante), V. Narcissus (Lento
piacevole), and VI. Arethusa (Largamete). College level. Also suggested
for saxophone. Free shipping on this music to the US
IF ordered
with another book or CD. |
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Concerto for
Alto Saxophone Solo or Trumpet Solo with nine instruments by
Henry Brant. Carl Fischer, 1996,
PB, 149 pages. Brant won the 2002 Pulitzer Prize in Music. This is a
manuscript style score to this piece which was originally composed in
1941 with several revisions with the last in 1973. The saxophone and
trumpet solos are not identical but have differences to suit the
character of each instrument. In three movements: I. Prelude, II.
Idyll, and III. Caprice. The accompanying instruments are flute, four
B-flat clarinets, alto clarinet (bass clarinet alternate), bass
clarinet, tuba, and one percussion. Parts are a rental. |
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Sonata for
Alto Saxophone and Piano by Gary Carpenter. Camden Music, 1994,
SS, 26 + 13 pages. This is a professional level piece written for and
first
performed by Gerard McChrystal by British composer Carpenter
(1951-). In three movements I. Caprice (this starts slowly but
doesn't take long to get moving), II. Chanson san Paroles (marked "Slow
and dreamy - with a gentle 'swing' feel"), and III. Danse Macabre
(marked "Tempo di Tango" and described as the dark side of a Chorino
previously written by the composer). |
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S166: Gavambodi 2 for
Alto Saxophone and Piano by
Jacques Charpentier. Leduc, 1969, SS, 10 + 3 pages. Chapentier (1933-)
studied
Indian music (in Indian) before attending the Paris Conservatoire where
he studied composition with Aubin and Messiaen. This piece is based on
the Indian Carnatic mode number 43. |
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Largo Op. 65
by Frederic Chopin transcribed for Alto Saxophone and Piano by Eugene
Rousseau. Etoile Music/MMB Music, 1969, 3 + 1 pages. This brief (1:30)
piece is from a cello sonata. It is at the intermediate level with some
written out turns and a range to altissimo E.(Except other items with free shipping.) |
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S189: Concerto Op. 26
for Alto Saxophone and Orchestra (or Band) Piano Reduction by
Paul Creston. G. Schirmer, 1966, 42 + 12 pages. In three movements: I.
Energetic, II. Meditative, and III. Rhythmic. Advanced college level. |
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S095: Rapsodie for
E-flat Alto Saxophone and Piano Op.
108B by
Paul Creston. Shawnee Press, 1978, 19 + 8 pages. Commissioned, and
premiered by Jean-Marie Londeix at the World Saxophone Congress of 1976
in London as a work for saxophone and organ. This is the version with
piano. The reproduction of the parts is not as clear as one might wish,
but they are usable. |
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S080: Sonata Op. 19
for E-flat Alto Saxophone and Piano
by
Paul Creston. Shawnee Press, 1945, 35 + 11 pages. In three movements:
With vigor, With tranquility, and With gaiety.![]() ![]() |
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S122: Concerto
for Alto Saxophone and Wind
Ensemble (1949/1953) Piano Reduction
by Ingolf Dahl edited by Harvey Pittel. European American Music, 1979,
34 + 14 pages. One of the most famous pieces in the saxophone
repertoire. It was intended by the composer that this piano reduction
could be used for performance as well as preparation for playing
the Concerto with a wind
ensemble. Many notes by the editor to aid in performance. We also
have the book The Original 1949
Saxophone Concerto of Ingolf
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S270:
Kleine Suite
for Alto Saxophone Piano by Fridolin Dallinger. Doblinger, 1990,
SS, 8 + 2 pages. Fridolin Dallinger (1933-) is an Austrian composer,
pianist, music educator and critic. This is a an intermediate level
work in three movements: I. Marsch, II. Langsamer Walzer, and III.
Polka. Duration is about 4 minuets and the piano part is not difficult.
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S190: Rapsodie
for Orchestra and (Alto) Saxophone Piano Reduction
by Claude Debussy. Durand, 1919, SS, 15 + 3 pages. Debussy composed
this piece in accordance with wishes of Elise Hall (president of the
Orchestral Club of Boston) to whom the work is dedicated and completed
it in January 1904. Early college level. About 10 minutes in
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S355:
Rapsodie
for Saxophone
by Claude Debussy arranged for saxophone and piano by Eugene Rousseau.
Etoile Music/MMB Music, 1975, SS, 23 + 4 pages. Since the original
version of this piece was not written for a saxophone virtuoso,
Rousseau has turned this work into more of a showpiece by assigning
solos written for other instruments to the saxophone. It can be
used with the original orchestral parts, provided that the conductor
designates the orchestral part be tacet when appropriate. College
level. |
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S366:
Sonate in C Sharp
for Saxophone (or Viola) and Orchestra Piano Reduction by Frenande
Decruck.
Billaudot, SS, 28 + 9 pages (includes viola part). Dedicate to Marcel
Mule and written around 1943. In four movements: 1. Très
modéré, expressif, 2. Andante, 3. Fileuse
(Lègèrement animè) and 4. Nocturne et Final
(Calme, très modéré ). This is an excellent work
for the college level and professional performer, perhaps not as well
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S358:
Sonata in F Major by Willem De Fesch transcribed for
Alto Saxophone
and piano by Robert C. Jones.
Etoile Music/MMB Music, 1970, SS, 11 + 4 pages. Willem De Fesch
(1687-1761) was a Dutch virtuoso violinist and composer. This piece is
in four movements: Preludio (Largo), Allemanda (Allegro), Sarabanda
(Largo), and Minuetto (Con grazia). Upper intermediate level.(Except other items with free shipping.) |
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S373:
Introduction and Variations of Le Carnaval de Venise for
Alto Saxophone and Piano
by Jules Demersseman edited by Frederick Hemke. Southern Music, 1986,
SS, 12 + 7
pages. Jules Demersseman (1833-1866) was a Dutch born composer and
flutist who spent most of his life in Paris. This is a showpiece of the
first order complete with a final variation to be played as fast as
possible. A band accompaniment is available from the publishers as a
rental. |
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S233:
Premier
Solo Andante et Bolero for Tenor Saxophone and Piano by Jules
Demersseman edited by Bruce Ronkin.
Roncorp, 1987, SS, 8 + 3 pages. This piece by flute virtuoso and
composer Demersseman was originally
published by Adolphe Sax's publishing house in 1866 when it was used as
a Paris Conservatory contest piece. College level. Duration about 4
minutes.(Except other items with free shipping.) |
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S161: Deux
Pièces (Two Pieces) for Alto Saxophone and Piano
by Edison Denisov. Leduc, 1978, SS, 9 + 3 pages. The first piece uses
extended techniques (quarter tones in particular) and has no bar lines
while the second piece is all about variations in the 16th note rhythm.
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S155: Sonate for
Alto Saxophone and Piano
by Edison Denisov. Leduc, 1973, SS, 34 + 13 pages. Dedicated to
Jean-Marie Londeix. The Siberian born composer Edison Denisov
(1929-1996) was one of the most innovative Russian composers of his
generation. Much of his woodwind music employs extended techniques and
does the second movement of this sonata. This is an advanced work in
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S147: Prelude,
Cadence et Finale for Alto Saxophone and Piano
by Alfred Desenclos. Leduc, 1956, SS, 15 + 6 pages. Dedicated to Marcel
Mule and a contest piece at the National Conservatory. A wonderful
composition from Desenclos (1912-1971) who wrote very little music
because he thought his music wasn't good enough. As Mule wrote, this
piece proves the contrary. It opens with the Prelude which is
dark and jazz influenced. The Cadence is built primarily on rapid
arpeggios and is followed by a transitional piano section leading into
the Finale which begins a rapidly but alternates between sections
similar to the beginning before accelerating again to the
conclusion. The piano part is very important and requires a skilled
player. Advanced level. ![]() ![]() ![]() |
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S191: Choral
Varié Op. 55
for Alto Saxophone and Orchestra Piano Reduction
by Vincent d'Indy. Durand, 1903, SS, 11 + 3 pages. This piece was
commissioned by Elise Hall who premiered it in 1904. The solo part is
not difficult.(Except other items with free shipping.) |
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S220: Sonata for
Tenor Saxophone and Piano
by James Di Pasquale. Southern Music Co. 1967, SS, 17 + 7 pages. James
Di Pasquale (1941-) is an American musician and composer who has
written contemporary classical music and for television and film. This
is one of his better known compositions which has been recorded several
times. It is in three movements: I. Andante/Allegro moderato, II Adagio
non troppo, and III. Allegro con brio. Advanced college level. |
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Hungarian Dances
from Transylvania
for Alto Saxophone and Piano by László
Draskóczy.
EditionDarok, 1992, SS, 8 + 3 pages. This is a Verbunk, the recruiting
dance performed by men. It opens with a cadenza followed by a 4/4
Verbunk and a 2/4 Vivace. While the notes and rhythms are not difficult
the rapid tempo necessary for an authentic performance makes this an
advanced piece.
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S148: Concerto
for Alto Saxophone and String Orchestra (Piano Reduction)
by Pierre Max Dubois. Leduc, 1959, SS, 22 + 11 pages. Dedicated to
Jean-Marie Londeix. In three movements: I. Lento espressivo/Allegro,
II. Sarabande (Lento nostalgico), and III. Rondo (Allegretto). The
first
movement includes a long (and written out) cadenza between the two
sections. Advanced playing skills and endurance required.![]() |
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S152: Divertissement
for Alto Saxophone and Orchestra (Piano Reduction)
by Pierre Max Dubois. Leduc, 1953, SS, 19 + 4 pages. Dedicated to
Marcel
Mule. In three movements: I. Allegro vivo, II. Lent et doux, and III.
Scherzando. Upper college level. |
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S169: Dix
Figures a Danser for Alto Saxophone and Piano
by Pierre Max Dubois. Leduc, 1962, SS, 12 + 5 pages. Ten short dances.
High school level but should be enjoyable to more advanced players as
well. |
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S151: Sonate for
Alto Saxophone and Piano
by Pierre Max Dubois. Leduc, 1956, SS, 21 + 8 pages. Dedicated to
Daniel Deffayet. Four movements: I. Allegro vivo, II. Andante, III.
Tempo di Gavotto, and IV. Rondo (Giocoso). College level. |
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Alla Gitana
for Alto Saxophone and Piano
by Paul Dukas transcribed by Marcel Mule. Masters Music, SS,
6 + 2 pages. In two sections, starting Andantino, un poco capriccio and
then doubling the tempo in the middle (check the piano score as this
isn't marked on the saxophone part).
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S154: Sonata for
Alto Saxophone and Piano
by Henri Eccles arranged by Sigurd M. Rascher. Elkan-Vogel, 1958, SS,
8 + 3 pages. Henri Eccles (1670-1742) lived and worked in London and
Paris. This Sonata is taken from his twelve Sonatas for Gamba and
Figured Bass which was published in 1732. Four movements: I. Largo, II.
Courante, III.
Adagio, and IV. Presto. High school level but may be useful for more
experienced students who want to study music of this period. This piece
is on many college audition lists.(Except other items with free shipping.) |
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Sonate for
Alto Saxophone and Piano
by Marc Eychenne. Billaudot, 1967, SS,
28 + 8 pages. Marc Eychenne (1933-) is a French composer who has
written a number of works for saxophone. This is a three movement
work: I Allegro (with many tempo changes), II. Andante, and III. Rondo.
College level. |
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Sonata for
Alto Saxophone and Piano
(originally for Bassoon or Cello) by
Johann Friedrich Fasch edited by Brian Klitz with saxophone part edited
by Sigurd Rascher. McGinnis & Marx, 1963/1965, SS, 14 + 7 pages.
Johann Friedrich Fasch (1688-1758) was a
German violinist, composer and Kapellmeister. While much of his work
has been lost he is considered an important link between the Baroque
and Classical periods. In four movements: I. Largo, II. Allegro, III.
Andante, and IV. Allegro assai. College level |
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S098: Sonate for Alto
Saxophone and Piano
by
Jindřich Feld. Leduc, 1993, SS, 43 + 17 pages. Feld is a Czech composer
born in 1925. This Sonata was written in 1989-90 and is dedicated to
Eugene Rousseau. It is in three movements: I. Allegro ritmico, II.
Bells of Liberty (Adagio), and III. Scherzo (Allegro vivo), and IV.
Allegro con
fuoco This work uses extended techniques such as multiphonics, quarter
tones, key noises, and slap tonguing without sounding a tone. For
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S099: Sonate for
Soprano Saxophone in B-flat and Piano
by
Jindřich Feld. Leduc, 1989, SS, 26 + 8 pages. This Sonata is in
three movements: I. Molto moderato/Piu
mosso, II. Scherzo (Allegro assai), and III. Finale (Allegro con
brio/Molto moderato). |
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S075: Sonata in A
minor for Alto Saxophone and Piano
by Ross Lee Finney transcribed by Laura Hunter. C.F. Peters, 1971, SS,
27
+ 9 pages. Originally for viola and piano. In three movements: Allegro
moderato con moto, Largo Sostenuto, Allegretto con spirito. An advanced
college level piece. |
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S345: Two
Studies for Saxophones (Soprano and Alto) and Piano
by Ross Lee Finney. C.F. Peters, 1984, SB, 17 + 11 pages. An advanced
work with some extended techniques for both players who are
equal partners. There are numerous changes between alto and soprano.
Duration of about 10 minutes. |
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![]() S275:
Concerto for Tenor Saxophone and Piano by
J.H. Fiocco transcribed by Jean-Marie Londeix. Schott Frères,
1934, SS, 18 + 6 pages. Joseph-Hector Fiocco (1703-1741) was a Flemish
(Belgian) composer and violinist. The work is in four movements: I.
Allègre, II. Modéré et gracieux, III. Lent et
très expressif, and IV. Très animé. |
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S105: Cinq Danses
Exotiques
for Alto Saxophone and Piano
by Jean Françaix. Schott, 1962, SS, 15 + 9 pages. Dedicated to
Marcel Mule. Five movements: Pambiche, Baiao, Mambo, Samba lenta, and
Meregue. Early college level.![]() |
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S359: Solo
de Concours Op. 13 for Alto Saxophone and Piano by
Paul Agricole Génin. Billaudot, SS,
12 + 4 pages. Paul Agricole Génin (1832-1904) was a French
composer and friend of Adolphe Sax to whom this 1874 composition is
dedicated. Somewhat unusual in form, it is in three sections with the
first Andante/Allegro/ Allegretto, followed by a Variation
(Allegretto), and Finale (Allegretto Vivo/Piu
presto). The printing is bit light with some phantom bar lines. |
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S225: Introduction
and
Dance for Alto Saxophone and Piano by
Thom Ritter George. Southern Music Co., 1976, SS,
6 + 3 pages. Thom Ritter George (1942-) is an American composer and
conductor who has written many works for wind instruments. The
Introduction is Andante and the Dance is Allegro. High school/early
college level.(Except other items with free shipping.) |
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S085: Concerto in
E-flat for Alto Saxophone (Piano
Reduction) by
Alexander Glazounov (Glazunov). Alphonse Leduc, 1936, 19 + 7 pages. One
of
the most popular and frequently performed saxophone concertos.
Written for, and premiered by Sigurd M. Rascher. One extended movement
with frequent
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S120: Brillance for
Alto Saxophone and Piano by
Ida Gotkovsky. Billaudot, 1974, SS, 22 + 11 pages. In four movements:
I. Déclamé
(Largo), II. Desinvolte (Avec humour), III. Dolcissimo (molto dolce),
IV. Final (Prestissimo). A challenging upper level college work |
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S177: Variations
Pathétiques for Alto Saxophone and Piano by
Ida Gotkovsky. Billaudot, 1980, SS, 43 + 16 pages. This was the contest
piece of the Paris Conservatoire in 1980. There are six pieces in a
variety of styles. Advanced college level. |
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S062: Nr. 7 Arrival Platform
Humlet by Percy Aldrige Grainger edited by Roger Greenberg.
Southern
Music Co., 2004, SS, 4 pages. For solo saxophone. "Awaiting arrival of
belated train bringing one's seetheart from foreign parts; great fun!
The
sort of thing one hums to oneself as one happily, excitedly, paces up
and
down the arrival platform."
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![]() S380:
On the River the Shadowy Group for Baritone
Saxophone
and Piano by Matthew Greenbaum. Tunbridge Music, 1998, SS, 15 +
4 pages. Mathew Greenbaum (1950-) is an American composer much of whose
music focuses on New York City. This composition has two movements
based on poems by Whitman (Crossing Brooklyn Ferry) Distant, singing
poco rubato Calmo and Garcia Lorca (Landscape of the Vomiting
Multitudes) Very fast; swaggering; like jazz. Advanced college level. |
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Rivages I, II, III for clarinet or soprano saxophone and
piano
by François Grosborne. International Music Diffusion, 2000,
SS, 15 + 4
pages (includes CD). Three relatively short related works at the
college level. The first is mostly in 5/8 and the last mostly in 7/8
but they are quite accessible and rhythmic. The included CD has
versions with clarinet and piano and with piano alone (played by the
composer). |
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![]() S388:
Sarabande et Allegro for Alto Saxophone
and Piano by Gabriel Grovlez. Alphonse Leduc, 1962, SS, 8 + 3
pages. Early college or advanced high school level. Duration about 6
minutes. |
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S206: Concerto in E minor Op. 102 for Alto Saxophone
with Piano
Accompaniment by
Jascha Gurewich. Rubank, 1926, SS, 28 + 8 pages. Jascha Gurewich
(1896-1938) was an American saxophonist (who played with Sousa) and
composer. This is a showpiece work, typical of the era. In three
movements. The first alternates between Maestoso and Andante sections,
the second is Andante sostenuto, while the third is Presto. |
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S192: San Antonio
(Sonata for
Alto Saxophone and Piano) by
John Harbison. Associated Music Publishers, 1977, SS, 26 + 10 pages.
This sonata is based on the composers memories (possibily a bit hazzy)
of the sounds he heard on a visit to San Antonio the year before. In
three movements: 1. The Summons (a little fiesta on a very hot day), 2.
Line Dance, and 3. Couples' Dance. An upper level college level. |
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![]() S386:
George Frideric Handel Favorite Pieces (Pièces
Célèbres) for Alto Saxophone and Piano Book 1
transcribed and adapted by Marcel Mule. Alphonse Leduc, 1996, SS, 24 +
10 pages.
Book 1 contains: Adagio, Larghetto et Final form the 4th Sonate for
violin and piano; Allegro from the 3rd Sonate for Flute and Piano;
Allegro Largo et Final from the 3rd Sonate for violin and piano;
Sicilienne et Gigue from the 5th Sonate for Flute and Piano; plus two
short Gavottes and a Largo. Intermediate to upper high school level. S387:
George Frideric Handel Favorite Pieces (Pièces
Célèbres) for Alto Saxophone and Piano Book 2
transcribed and adapted by Marcel Mule. Alphonse Leduc, 1996, SS, 31 +
13 pages.
Book 2 has complete works transcribed for alto saxophone. They
are: 1st Sonate for flute and piano, 2nd Sonate for violin and piano,
4th Sonate for
violin and piano, and the 6th Sonate for violin and piano. Upper high
school to early college level. |
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Sonata No. 2 by George Frideric Handel (Haendel)
arranged for
Alto Saxophone and Piano by Marcel Mule. Alphonse Leduc, 1951, SS,
6 + 2 pages.
Originally for violin and piano. In four movements with contrasting
slow
and fast movements: Andante, Allegro, Adagio, and Allegretto. Upper
intermediate level.(Except other items with free shipping.) |
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![]() S340:
Sonata No. 3 by George Frideric Handel arranged for
Alto Saxophone and Piano by Sigurd Rascher. Hal Leonard, 1938, SS,
9 + 4 pages.
In four movements: Adagio, Allegro, Largo, and Allegro. Upper
intermediate level.(Except other items with free shipping.) |
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S178: Concerto for
Alto Saxophone
and Band (Piano Reduction) by
Walter S. Hartley. Tenuto Publications, 1967, SS, 24 + 8 pages.
Walter S. Hartley (1927-) studied at the Eastman School of Music,
receiving his Ph.D. in composition in 1953. He has about 200 published
works including many for saxophone. Dedicated to Don Sinta and the
Ithaca College Concert Band this piece has three
movements: Adagio/Allegro molto feroce/Adagio, Andante (in 7/8), and
Allegro scherzando. The third movement has a cadenza. There is
some optional
high altissimo in each movement. Advanced college level. About 12
minutes in duration. |
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S179: Duo for Alto
Saxophone
and Piano by
Walter S. Hartley. Tenuto Publications, 1965, SS, 19 + 4 pages.
Dedicated to Don Sinta. A one movement piece with Allegro and
Lento sections. Has some optional high altissimo. Upper college level.
About 4 1/2 minutes.
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S260: Poem for
Tenor Saxophone and Piano by
Walter S. Hartley. Tenuto Publications, 1968, SS, 3 + 1 pages.
Dedicated to James Houlik. This piece is one of the most popular in the
college repertoire for tenor saxophone. It is marked Andante molto and
is about 3 1/2 minutes.
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S067: Petite Suite
for Alto Saxophone
(unaccompanied) by
Walter S. Hartley. Wingert-Jones Music, 1970, 4 pages. A popular
unaccompanied solo for alto saxophone. College level.(Except other items with free shipping.) |
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C827: Soliloquy & Scherzo for
E-Flat Sopranino Saxophone or E-Flat Clarinet and
Piano by
Walter S. Hartley. Ethos Publications, 2001, 7 +
3 pages. . The Soliloquy is marked Adagio. The
Scherzo is in three sections; 2/4 Allegro, 6/8 Vivace, and a final 2/4
Presto. Early college level (with proficiency on the instrument
probably a bigger issue than the notes). Duration of about 4:00. (Except other items with free shipping.) |
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S258: Diversion for Alto Saxophone and Band Piano
Reduction by Bernhard Heiden. MMB Music, 1984, SS, 9 + 4 pages.
Born in Germany, Heiden (1910-2000), settled in the United States in
1935. This piece was composed in 1943 when he was a member of an US
Army band. This piece is sectional but without breaks between
movements: Moderato, Andante, and Allegro molto. This is the least
difficult of Heiden's works for solo saxophone. Note: for more
information see: A
Performer's Guide to the Saxophone Music of Bernhard Heiden by
Thomas Walsh.(Except other items with free shipping.) |
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S101: Solo
for Alto Saxophone and Piano
by Bernhard Heiden. Associated Music Publishers, 1973, SS, 12 + 3
pages.
Written in 1969 and dedicated to Eugene Rousseau, this is one of a
number of works for saxophone by Heiden. This work shows the influence
of Hindemith who was one of Heiden's teachers. It is in four sections;
Lento, Allegro, Tempo I, and Allegro molto then finishes with a brief
Vivace flourish. College level.![]() |
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S103: Sonata
for E flat Saxophone and Piano by
Bernhard Heiden. Schott, 1943, SS, 32 + 9 pages.
Written in 1937 for Larry Teal who premiered it the same year. In three
movements: Allegro, Vivace, and Adagio/Presto/Adagio/Presto molto
vivace. While this is generally considered a mid-college level
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S193: Concert
Piece for Two Alto Saxophones
by
Paul Hindemith. Schott, 1983, SS, 15 pages (in score format). Written
in 1935, this work has two movements: Lebhaft and
Mäßig langsam with each movement having a number of
sections. Written at the suggestion of Sigurd Rascher, it was not
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S106: Sonate
for Alto Horn in E flat and Piano or French Horn or Alto Saxophone
by
Paul Hindemith. Schott, 1956, SS.
Written in 1943, this work has three movements: Ruhig bewegt, Lebhaft,
sehr langsam, and Lebhaft. This edition includes a "supplementary
suggestion" by Jean-Maria Londeix that moves the melody line from the
first half of the last movement from the piano (which is playing alone)
to the saxophone. This results in a much more virtuoso character
appropriate for a saxophone sonata. |
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S229: Two Lyric Pieces
for Tenor Saxophone and Piano arranged by James Houlik. Southern
Music Co.
Lemoine, 1974, SS, 8 + 2 pages. The pieces are Beau Soir by Claude
Debussy and Largo by Frederic Chopin. High school level.(Except other items with free shipping.) |
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S218: Opcit for Tenor Saxophone Solo by Philippe
Hurel.
Billaudot,
1992. Philippe Hurel (1955-) is a French composer of mostly orchestral
and chamber works. This advanced contemporary piece, written in 1984,
is
printed on 8 double pages and has four movements. You can find an audio
example from the first movement here.
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S194: Concerto
for Alto Saxophone and Concert Band Piano Reduction
by Karel Husa. Associated Music Publishers, 1972, SS, 36 + 12 pages.
Karel Husa (1921-)
is a Czech born composer and conductor, trained in Prague and Paris,
who taught at Cornell for many years. This piece was commissioned by
the Cornell Wind Ensemble who premiered it in 1967 with Sigurd Rascher
as the soloist and the composer conducting. The piano reduction is by
the composer who writes that it may be used for recitals. Three
movements: 1. Prologue, II. Ostnato, and III. Epilogue. Advanced
college/professional level. |
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