(Updated 8 February 2010)
On this page you will find our stock of saxophone music which includes exercises, studies, master classes, books on altissimo,
fingering books, books on extended technique, sheet music, music collections, duets and trios, and more.
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are on their own pages and can be accessed directly from the menu.
To help you find music for saxes other than the alto, we have marked each piece where a specific saxophone is specified:
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S369: The Complete
Saxophonist
by James Houlik and Eric Lauver. Northeastern Music Publications, 2007,
SS, 44 pages pages + CD. Subtitled: An Essential resource for the
serious saxophonists. While this book calls itself a method book and
has the the basic information on equipment and care one might expect,
it is not a step-by-step method for learning to play the saxophone.
Instead it focuses on aspects such as tone development,
technical exercises (including alternate fingerings), articulation, and
vibrato. It also includes lyrical and technical etudes and a CD with
recordings of some the exercises from the book and
some artistic performances by Houlik and Donald Sinta. |
23.95
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S112: Foundation
to Saxophone Playing
by Ben Vereecken. Carl Fischer, 1917, PB, 108 pages. Subtitled: An
Elementary Method. While I don't think you would want to start a young
beginner with the book, it has many pieces and exercises of progressive
difficulty that will be useful to beginning and intermediate students.
It also includes a fingering chart (of more recent vintage) and scales. |
26.95
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S030:
Hello! Mr. Sax by Jean-Marie Londeix.
Alphonse Leduc,
1989, PB, 113 pages. Subtitled: Parameters of the Saxophone.
Text
is in French and English. Much of this book is devoted to extended
techniques
such as multiphonics, microtones, and special techniques of
timbre
and articulation. However, there sections on vibrato and other
techniques
that will be of interest to nearly all. Bass through sopranino are
covered. |
52.90
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S251:
Modern Course for the Saxophone Book 1 by
Arthur Hegvik. Henri Elkan Music Publisher, 1971, SS, 32 pages. This
method moves along at good pace with a range to high C, keys of one
sharp and flat, and pieces with some 16th notes by the end.
Features many short pieces rather than exercises. Includes fingering
chart. S252: Modern Course for the Saxophone Book 2 by Arthur Hegvik. Henri Elkan Music Publisher, 1974, SS, 32 pages. Introduces notes up to high F, alternate fingerings, more complex rhythms, staccato, and more keys. Includes fingering chart. S253: Modern Course for the Saxophone Book 3 by Arthur Hegvik. Henri Elkan Music Publisher, 1977, SS, 36 pages. Continues articulation studies, introduces minor keys, chromatic exercises, and longer and more difficult etudes. Includes fingering chart. |
Book 1
14.95 Book 2 14.95 Book 3 14.95 |
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S254: Modern Course for the Saxophone Book 4 by Arthur Hegvik. Henri Elkan Music Publisher, 1983, SS, 36 pages. More difficult pieces and keys, mordent, etudes and pieces by Gariboldi, Barret, Stark, Burgmuller, Baermann and others. Includes fingering chart. S255: Modern Course for the Saxophone Book 5 by Arthur Hegvik. Henri Elkan Music Publisher, 1983, SS, 40 pages. Aside from introducing turns, this book is all advanced intermediate etudes by Gariboldi, Nieman, Ferling, Barret, Klose, Berbiguier and more. Includes fingering chart |
Book 4
14.95 Book 5 14.95 |
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S257: Modern Course for the Saxophone Scales and Arpeggios by Arthur Hegvik. Henri Elkan Music Publisher, 1973, SS, 36 pages. All major and minor scales with basic exercises, major and minor melodic scales, harmonic minor scales, whole tone scales, various arpeggios (chord studies), etc. Includes fingering chart |
14.95
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S127: A New Tune a Day
for
Alto Saxophone DVD Edition by Ned Bennett.
Boston Music Co., 2006, PB, 64 pages plus CD and DVD. A New Tune A
Day features the same
logical, gentle pace and keen attention to detail that made earlier
editions so hugely popular and successful. Clear explanatory diagrams
and photographs help guide the student through the lessons and achieve
the very best in tone, technique and posture. The selection of music is
fresh and exciting, including duets and rounds to inspire the student
and ensure that those vital practice hours are never boring. The
accompanying audio CD features a virtuoso performance and backing track
for each pieces, as well as recorded examples to support the lessons.
The DVD features lessons on: basic techniques, putting the instrument
together, posture, looking after the instrument, basic music notation,
and how to approach the first piece. |
17.95
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 S405: Playing the Saxophone Book 1 for Beginners by Jean-Marie Londeix, English edition by Stephen Trier. Henry Lemoine, 1974, SS, 35 pages. A relatively fast moving method book which introduces the notes in small groups and features short exercises and tunes. Includes the full range of the saxophone, has scales for keys through 2 flats and 2 sharps. |
25.50
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S406: Playing the Saxophone Book 2 by Jean-Marie Londeix, English edition by Stephen Trier. Henry Lemoine, 1974, SS, 94 pages. This book is in two parts. Part 1 of this book is a continuation of Book 1 with more challenging exercises (including sixteenth notes) and longer pieces. Part 2 is entirely focused on vibrato with pages of exercises and pieces. |
43.95
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S407: Playing the Saxophone Book 3 by Jean-Marie Londeix, English edition by Stephen Trier. Henry Lemoine, 1974, SS, 55 pages. This book covers a number of subjects: melody (and free rhythm), rhythm and meter, phrasing, accents, signs of articulation and accentuation, and breathing. |
32.95
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S402: Le Saxophone en Jourant 2e Cahier Préparatoire by Jean-Marie Londeix. Henry Lemoine, 1966, SS, 60 pages. Entirely in French. It is a continuation of the first book in the series with more challenging exercises (including sixteenth notes) and longer pieces. This book covers is the same as our S406 Book 2, Part 1 but in French. |
32.95
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S404: Le Saxophone en Jourant 4e Cahier by Jean-Marie Londeix. Henry Lemoine, 1966, SS, 60 pages. Entirely in French. This book covers a number of subjects: melody (and free rhythm), rhythm and meter, phrasing, accents, signs of articulation and accentuation, and breathing. This book covers is the same as our S407 but in French. |
32.95
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S117: Progressive
Beginner
Saxophone by Peter
Gelling. LPT Publishing, 2003, SS, 63 pages + CD and DVD. This is a
very well illustrated, slow moving method
that should be excellent for absolute beginners. Includes fingering
charts, saxophone basics, and some elementary music theory. The DVD
shows a saxophone being played, the music, and the fingerings on screen
at the same time. |
16.95
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S118: Progressive
Saxophone
by Peter
Gelling. LPT Publishing, 2003, SS, 63 pages + CD. This book is very
similar
to the previous one. The only differences noted are a few duets and
several different tunes. |
16.95
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S119: Complete
Learn to Play
Saxophone Manual
by Peter
Gelling. LPT Publishing, 2003, PB, 216 pages + CDs for both alto and
tenor saxophone. The first 12 chapters are identical to the contents of
Progressive Saxophone (S118) but it continues for a
further 36 chapters, about three quarters
of the book. The additional material covers the full chromatic scale,
high notes, transposing, intervals, scales and arpeggios, and many jazz
techniques. |
29.95
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S069: Rubank Elementary Method Saxophone by N. W. Hovey. Rubank, 1934, SS, 48 pages. A fundamental course for individual or like-instrument class instruction. Includes fingering chart. |
5.95
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S070: Rubank Intermediate Method Saxophone by J.E. Skornicka. Rubank, 1938, SS, 48 pages. A follow up course for individual or like-instrument class instruction. Introduces many techniques and concepts such as expression markings and accents, various types of articulation, grace notes, trills, scale and chord studies. A number of duets and trios are included. Includes fingering chart. |
5.95
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S071: Rubank Advanced Method Saxophone Vol. 1 by H. Voxman and Wm. Gower. Rubank, 1940, SS, 72 pages. This book is intended to follow any beginning or intermediate method. It includes scales and chords studies, studies in melodic interpretation (all duets), studies in articulation, fingering exercises, and ornamentation. All of the material in this books is in keys with no more than two sharps or flats. Includes fingering chart. |
6.95
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S072: Rubank Advanced Method Saxophone Vol. 2 by H. Voxman. Rubank, 1957, SS, 80 pages. This book covers similar material to volume 1 of the Advanced Method but in keys from three to five sharps and flats. Includes fingering chart. |
6.95
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S040:
Les Sons Multiples aux Saxophones by
Daniel Kientzy.
Salabert, 1982, PB, 80 pages. Multiphonic fingerings for the sopranino,
soprano, alto, tenor and baritone saxophones. French and English text. |
34.95
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S044: Universal Method for Saxophone by Paul DeVille. Carl Fischer, 1908, PB, 320 pages. A classic and massive saxophone method loaded with exercises, pieces, and some duets. |
29.95
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C1210: Cinq
Pièces Faciles Op. 138 (Five Easy Pieces) for
clarinet or alto saxophone and piano by Jean Absil.
Lemoine, 1969, SS, 10 + 5
pages. Jean Absil (1893-1974) was a Belgian composer, organist, and
professor at the Brussels Conservatory. This is excellent material for
a recital performance by an intermediate student. The pieces are: 1.
Badinerie (Allegretto, 2. Chant de marins (Andantino), 3. Parade
(Allegro Moderato), 4. Spleen (Andante), and 5. Joyeux départ
(Vivo). |
19.95
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S174: Sonate Op. 115
for Alto Saxophone and Piano by
Jean Absil.
Editions Henry Lemoine, 1963, SS, 20 + 7 pages. Dedicated to Georges
Gourdet. This piece is in three
movements: I. Allegro, II. Andantino, and III. Vivo. All
movements have cadenzas. Upper college level. |
34.95
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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. |
8.50
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S510: Urban Impressions
for Alto
Saxophone and Piano by
Ronald Albrecht. Roncorp, 2008, SS, 24 + 5 pages. Ronald
Albrecht is an American composer, pianist, and music educator. In five
movements: Main Street (Allegro Molto), Park Avenue (Casual, somewhat
jazzy), After Midnight (Expressive, like the blues), Four Corners (A
Jazzy Shuffle), and Traffic (A Driving Allegro). This piece probably
rates as early college level but it includes a few altissimo notes up
to A-flat. |
16.00
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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. |
32.50
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S416:
Concertino
for Alto Saxophone (Piano Reduction) by
André Ameller. Editions Philippo et Combre, 1970, 28 + 10
pages. This work, which is dedicated to Jean-Marie Londeix, was written
with string orchestra and flute obbligato accompaniment. It is in three
movements: I. Lento/Allegro con fantasia, II. Come un'improvisazione,
and III. Vivace. The first and last movements have a cadenza. Upper
college level. |
32.95
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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. |
22.95
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S415:
Caprice et
Variations for Alto
Saxophone and Piano by
Joseph Arban edited by Bruce Ronkin.
Roncorp, 1987, SS, 12 + 4 pages. This piece by brass virtuoso, teacher,
arranger and
composer Arban was written in about 1860 and originally
published by Adolphe Sax's publishing house. It begins with a 6/8
Andantino, followed by the statement of a theme and three variations.
Advanced high school or early college level with a duration of about
6:30 without repeats.  |
16.00
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S475:
Fourth Sonata by
Johann Sebastian Bach arranged for Alto Saxophone and Piano by Marcel
Mule. Leduc, 1951, SS,
6 + 3 pages. Originally for flute. Five movements: I. Andante, II.
Allegro, III. Adagio, IV. Menuetto I, and V.
Menuetto II. A good piece for better high school students. (Except other items with free shipping.) |
14.05
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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.) |
6.95
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S553:
Sixth Sonata by
Johann Sebastian Bach arranged for Alto Saxophone and Piano by Marcel
Mule. Leduc, 1951, SS, 8 + 4 pages. Originally for flute. This listed
as No. 92 in M. Mule Les Classiques du Saxophone. Four movements: I.
Adagio, ma non tanto, II.
Allegro (ma non troppo), III. Siciliano, and IV.
Allegro assai. Early college level. (Except other items with free shipping.) |
16.85
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/ S280: Sonata
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.) |
9.95
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S175: Suite No. III by
J.S. Bach transcribed for saxophone solo by Jean-Marie Londeix.
Editions Henry 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. Since we are
importing this piece directly we have been able to reduce the price
from $23.95 to 18.95. (Except other items with free shipping.) |
18.95
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/ S558: Trio
Sonata V in C Major BWV 529 by
Johann Sebastian Bach arranged for Saxophone Trio by Olaf
Mühlenhardt. Advance Music, 2009, SS, includes parts and score and
an alternate cello part to replace the lowest part. In three movements:
1. Allegro, 2. Largo, and 3. Allegro. College level with most of the
difficulty in the two upper parts. |
19.95
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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. |
19.75
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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. |
27.50
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S414: Nocturne for
Alto Saxophone and Piano by Conrad Beck. Editions Henry Lemoine,
1969, SS, 4 + 2 pages. This piece was dedicated to Jean-Marie Londeix
by Conrad Beck (1901-1989) who was a Swiss composer who studied with
studied with Jacques Ibert and was head of the Music Department of
Radio Basel for 30 years. This nocturne is marked Très calme
(andante sostenuto). Early college level. (Except other items with free shipping.) |
14.95
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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.) |
16.00
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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.) |
6.50
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S325:
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. |
33.95
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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. |
33.95
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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 (both CDs only have this
movement). College level. Duration 12
minutes. |
14.95
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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.) |
19.95
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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. |
21.95
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S417:
Hommage a Sax for
Alto Saxophone and Chamber Orchestra Piano Reduction
by René Bernier. Alphonse Leduc, 1958, SS, 13 + 5 pages.
René Bernier (1905-1984) was a Belgian composer. This piece is
in two movements. The first begins Adagio recitativo which alternates
with faster sections. There is mixed meter throughout the movement of
the 3/4, 5/4, 6/4, 7/4 variety. The second movement begins Allegro
commodo but there are frequent tempo changes (fast and faster). The
middle part includes a long cadenza and the piece concludes with a
16th note Vivace section. The publisher rates this an 8 on their 9
level
difficulty scale. |
26.15
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S279: 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. |
20.95
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C1344:
Walking in the Air, Theme from "The Snowman"
for clarinet or tenor saxophone and piano
by Howard Blake. Faber Music, 1982, 3 + 1 pages. This is the theme of a
popular British Christmas season television show. Very easy. (Except other items with free shipping.) |
6.95
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S298: 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. |
9.95
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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.     
(Except other items with free shipping.) |
13.00
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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. |
52.10
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S287: 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. |
35.05
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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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21.75
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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
works very well on saxophone.  |
26.50
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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. |
20.65
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S434: Sérénade
for
Alto Saxophone and Orchestra (Piano Reduction) by
Roger Boutry. Salabert, Leduc, 1961, SS, 27 + 10 pages. Dedicated to
Marcel Mule. In four movements: Introduction (Allegro moderato/Vivo),
Divertissement (Allegro),
Sérénade (Andante), and Final (Vivace). There is a long
cadenza in the first movement and short ones throughout. Upper college
level. |
12.95
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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.) |
9.95
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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.
(Except other items with free shipping.) |
13.00
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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
level. |
34.15
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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. |
26.15
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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.) |
15.60
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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
have Caprice
only) (Except other items with free shipping.) |
8.90
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S480: Pièce Brève for Saxophone Solo by Eugene Bozza. Leduc, 1955, SS, 3 pages. Dedicated to Marcel Mule. A challenging solo piece (no specific saxophone is specified). (Except other items with free shipping.) |
11.15
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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. |
18.75
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S520: Scaramouche for
Alto Saxophone and Piano by Eugene Bozza. Alphonse
Leduc, 1944, SS, 7 + 2 pages. This relatively short but challenging
piece is dedicated to Marcel Mule. Allegro and in 6 sharps. |
18.75
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S378: 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. |
29.95
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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. (Except other items with free shipping.) |
15.95
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S153: 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. |
39.95
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S250: Sketch for
Alto Saxophone (Solo) by Ronald L. Caravan. Seesaw Music, 1976,
SS, 3 pages. An advanced piece using many extended techniques. The
composer provides a program note that explains the concept of the piece
and explanations and fingerings for the multiphonics and other effects.
(Except other items with free shipping.) |
8.95
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S515:
Latin American Dances for
Alto Saxophone and Piano by John Carmichael. Emerson Edition,
2005, SS, 23 + 7 pages. John Carmichael (1930-) is an Australian born
composer who studied in Paris and London. This piece stems from his
seven years as director of a Spanish dance company. The four dances
that comprise the suite are the Joropo from Venezuela and Colombia;
Obsession - Habañera, a habañera from Havana; Bahama
Rhumba from the Caribbean; Jongo a Brazilian dance. The piano part is
vigorous, supportive and idiomatic. College level. |
19.95
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S278: 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). |
28.50
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G165: Pastoral for
English Horn and Piano (including arrangements for Alto
Saxophone,
Viola, and Clarinet in A) by Elliot Carter. Merion Music,
1945/1982, SS, 14 + 4 pages. This piece by American composer Carter is
sectional: Allegretto (5/8), Giocoso (2/4), Tempo I (5/8), Giocoso
(2/4, mostly), and finally it goes back into 5/8 and accelerates almost
to the end. College level with a duration of 12 minutes. |
18.95
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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. |
17.95
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S356: 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.) |
9.95
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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. |
18.95
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S425:
Rapsodie for
E-flat Alto Saxophone and Organ Op.
108A by
Paul Creston. Shawnee Press, 1978, 24 + 6 pages. This is the original
version of this piece which was commissioned, and
premiered by Jean-Marie Londeix at the World Saxophone Congress of 1976
in London. An advanced work with a duration of about 10 minutes. |
13.95
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S095: Rapsodie for
E-flat Alto Saxophone and Piano Op.
108B by
Paul Creston. Shawnee Press, 1978, 18 + 6 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. An advanced work with a duration of about 10 minutes. |
11.95
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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.   |
19.95
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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
Dahl by
Paul M. Cohen. |
22.95
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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.
(Except other items with free shipping.) |
12.95
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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
length. We
can get the orchestral parts and score for this piece. Contact us for
details.   |
14.95
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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. We can
get the orchestral parts and score for this piece. Contact us for
details. |
19.95
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S409:
Rapsodie for Saxophone and Orchestra (Piano Reduction)by
Claude Debussy edited by Vincent David.
Editions Henry Lemoine, 1998, SS, 24 + 7 pages. This edition is similar
in
concept (but not identical) to the Rousseau edition above. The
saxophone part is larger and easier to read. College
level. We can
get orchestral parts and the score for this piece. Contact us for
details. |
24.95
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/ C1244: Two Pieces: Clair
de Lune and Rêverie for
Soprano or Tenor Saxophone or Clarinet and Piano by
Claude Debussy arranged by J. Michael Leonard. Masters
Music, 2008, 12 + 3
pages. Two popular Debussy pieces arranged for clarinet or saxophone
and piano. |
6.95
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S443: Two Pieces: Clair
de Lune and Rêverie for
Alto Saxophone and Piano by
Claude Debussy transcribed by Marcel Mule. Masters
Music, SS, 12 + 2
pages. Two popular Debussy pieces transcribed for alto saxophone
and piano. (This appears to be a copy of a Leduc printing.) (Except other items with free shipping.) |
5.95
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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
known as it should be. Duration of about 13:30.  |
51.95
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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.) |
9.95
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S460: Flower
Duet "Sous le dôme épais" from Lakmé for
Soprano and Alto Saxophone
with Piano by Léo Delibes arranged by Sharon Davis.
Western International Music, 2006, SS. The beautiful Flower Duet
arranged for saxophone duet. Should be playable by better high school
students with the key signature as the main challenge. (Except other items with free shipping.) |
9.95
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S394: Croquembouches for Alto Saxophone and Piano
by Claude Delvincourt edited by Jean Marie Londeix. Alphonse Leduc,
1946, SS, 23 + 10 pages. Music about food, mostly deserts! Claude
Delvincourt (1888-1954)
was a French composer who was director of the Paris Conservatoire from
1941-1954. There are six pieces, generally at the upper intermediate
level: Plum Pudding (Allegro moderato), Puits D'Amour (Lent sans
excès), Nègre en Chemise (Andante non troppo lento),
Linzer Tart (Allegro non troppo - movement de valse), Grenadine
(Allegretto - mouvement de habanera), and Rahat Loukhoum (Très
tranquillment). |
40.90
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S490:
Fantaisie sur un Theme Original for
Alto Saxophone and Piano
by Jules Demersseman edited by Ted Hegvik. Et Cetera Productions, 1995,
SS, 10 + 6 pages. Jules Demersseman (1833-1866) was a Dutch born
composer and
flutist who spent most of his life in Paris. This piece was inspired by
saxophonist Henri Wuille. It is in the introduction, theme and
variation format with two cadenzas and a Presto conclusion. College
level with a duration of about 6 minutes. |
14.95
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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. 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. |
9.50
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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.) |
16.00
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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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20.95
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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 as
does the second movement of this sonata. This is an advanced work in
three movements: I. Allegro, II. Lento, and III. Allegro moderato. |
58.80
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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. |
29.85
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S442: Suite for Alto Saxophone and Piano
by Paul Dessau. Bote & Bock, 1989, SS, 13 + 4 pages. Paul Dessau
(1894-1979) was a German composer and conductor who lived in France in
the mid-1930s (when this piece was written in 1935) and then the United
States returning to Germany after the war. .In three movements: I.
Petite Ouverture (Allegro non troppo). II. Air (Andante un poco mosso),
and III. Serenade (Allegretto mosso). College level with a
duration of about 7:15.  |
22.95
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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.) |
14.95
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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. |
12.50
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S360: 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.
(Except other items with free shipping.) |
23.95
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S438: Bagatellen
for Alto Saxophone and Piano by Erwin Dressel. Ries & Erler,
1938, SS, 10 + 4 pages. Erwin Dressel (1909-1972) was a German
composer. This piece is in four movements: Elegie, Scherzo, Aria, and
Gigue. Early college level work with a duration of
about 12 minutes. (Except other items with free shipping.) |
8.50
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S439: Sonate Op. 26
for Alto Saxophone and Piano by Erwin Dressel. Ries & Erler,
1997, SS, 45 + 14 pages. This piece was written in 1932 and is
reported to have been
dedicated to Sigurd Rascher. In four movements: I. Moderato e
contabile,
II. Intermezzo (Alla marcia, con grazio), III. Adagio ma non troppo and
IV. Allegro molto spirituoso. A college level work with a duration of
about 14:15. |
26.50
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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. |
41.70
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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. |
30.45
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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. |
26.15
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S422:
Les
Écureuils for Alto Saxophone and Piano
by Pierre Max Dubois. Durand, 2 + 1 pages. The Squirrels, a
bright reel. Early
college level (depending on tempo). About 1 minute long. (Except other items with free shipping.) |
9.95
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S455:
A L'Espagnole (#1 from Pieces caractieristiques en forme
de suite) for Alto Saxophone
and Piano
by Pierre Max Dubois. Alphonse Leduc, 1962, SS, 7 + 3 pages. This is
the first in a suite of five pieces with geographical connections.
Early
college level with a middle section in 7/8. Duration about 3:30. (Except other items with free shipping.) |
18.75
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S420:
Le Lièvre et la Tortue Impromptu for Alto Saxophone
and Piano
by Pierre Max Dubois. Alphonse Leduc, 1957, SS, 9 + 3 pages. This is The
Hare and the
Tortoise and as the title suggests it has contrasting sections (but
appears to be mostly about the hare). College level with a duration of
5-7 minutes. |
17.95
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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. |
31.00
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S481: Suite Française for
Alto Saxophone Solo
by Pierre Max Dubois. Leduc, 1962, SS, 12 pages. Dedicated to
Georges Gourdet. Eight movements: I. Prélude, II. Courante, III.
Sarabande, IV. Gavotte I, V. Gavotte II, VI. Bourrée, VII.
Menuet, and VIII. Gigue. Leduc rates this an 8 on their 9 step
difficulty scale, but several of the movements are quite a bit easier. |
21.35
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S370: 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).
(Except other items with free shipping.) |
5.95
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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.) |
7.95
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S486:
Concerto for
E-flat Alto Saxophone and Band (Piano Reduction) by
Frank Erickson. Bourne Co., 1966, SS, 30 + 9 pages. Frank Erickson
(1923-1996) studied with Mario Castelnuovo-Tedesco, and with Halsey
Stevens and Clarence Sawhill after enrolling at USC. He was a composer,
conductor, arranger, and was particularly known for his music for band.
This is a sectional work that opens with a brief Adagio followed by
Allegro, Adagio, Doppio movimento, Adagio, Presto, Adagio, Andante con
moto, and concludes with a saxophone cadenza. College level with a
duration of about 13 minutes. The band parts are available as a rental
from the publisher. |
12.95
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S418:
Cantilène et Danse Trio for violin, alto
saxophone and piano
by Marc Eychenne. Billaudot, 1967, SS,
(includes parts and piano score). Marc Eychenne (1933-) is a French
composer who has
written a number of works for saxophone. The Cantilène is marked
Très librement. It starts at a slow tempo and increases in speed
in the middle before returning to the original tempo. The Danse is
primarily in 7/4 and 5/4 at quarter note = 200, Très
rythmé. A challenging piece (although the saxophone part looks
the easiest of the three). |
34.95
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S389: Sonate for
Alto Saxophone and Piano
by Marc Eychenne. Billaudot, 1967, SS,
28 + 8 pages. This is a three movement
work: I Allegro (with many tempo changes), II. Andante, and III. Rondo.
College level. |
44.45
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S262: 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. |
6.95
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S518:
Pièce for Alto Saxophone and Piano by
Gabriel Fauré transcribed by Th. Doney. Alphonse Leduc, 1920,
SS, 3 + 1 pages. A brief piece marked Adagio, molto tranquillo (mm=60)
which has been transcribed (presumably from a piano work) for alto
saxophone and many other instruments. Upper intermediate level. |
13.00
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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
advanced performers. |
53.30
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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). |
35.05
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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. |
16.50
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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. |
26.50
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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. |
34.95
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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. |
17.95
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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. |
15.95
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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.) |
5.50
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S548: Second Prelude for Alto Saxophone and Piano
by
George Gershwin transcribed by Sigurd M. Rascher. Alfred, 1955, 3 + 2
pages. This is from Gershwin's very popular Three Preludes for
piano. This is
the slowest of the three (Andante con moto e poco rubato). While not
technically difficult this arrangement is mostly in 5 flats and uses
the full range of the saxophone (and then some) from low B-flat to
altissimo B-flat (with alternatives for the altissimo notes). (Except other items with free shipping.) |
5.95
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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
key and tempo changes. We can get the
orchestral parts (all string) and score for this piece. Contact us for
details. |
30.60
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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 |
28.95
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S461: Trio Lyrique for
Violin, Alto Saxophone and Piano by
Ida Gotkovsky. Billaudot, 2003, SS, (includes parts and piano score). A
recent, challenging work for this combination. In three movements:
I. Molto dolce legato sostenuto, II. Prestissimo, and III. Final (Molto
agitato con fuoco tumultuoso). The total duration is about 33 minutes. |
89.95
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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. |
46.95
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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 sweetheart 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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3.50
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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. |
19.95
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C762: 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). |
24.95
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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. |
20.95
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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. |
7.95
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S546: Adagio and Allegro for Alto Saxophone and
Piano
by George Frideric Handel transcribed by Eugene Rousseau. Wingert-Jones
Publications, 1967, SS, 5 + 2 pages.
A popular transcription of a work originally for oboe. Includes
performance notes by Rousseau. Duration about 3:45.
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7.50
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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. |
Book 1
16.05 Book 2 22.15 |
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S354: 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.) |
18.75
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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.) |
4.95
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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. |
19.95
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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. |
17.95
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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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14.95
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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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7.95
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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.) |
5.00
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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.) |
10.95
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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.) |
14.95
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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. |
10.95
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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
work, it is also frequently used for college auditions. |
20.95
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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
performed in pubic until 1960. College level. |
14.95
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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. |
20.95
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S469: Concerto da
Camera by
Arthur Honegger transcribed for alto saxophone by Jean-Marie Londeix.
Salabert, 1990, SS, 9 pages. Concerto da Camera was composed in 1948,
originally for flute, English horn and chamber orchestra (there is a
piano reduction). This is a transcription of the English horn part so
it may be performed on alto saxophone. In three movements: I. Allegro
cantabile, II. Andante, and III. Vivace.
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12.95
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S229: Two Lyric Pieces
for Tenor Saxophone and Piano arranged by James Houlik. Southern
Music Co., 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.) |
4.00
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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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27.95
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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. |
18.95
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S149: Élégie
et Rondeau for Alto Saxophone and Orchestra (Piano Reduction)
by Karel Husa. Alphonse Leduc, 1961, SS, 15 + 7 pages. This piece is
dedicated to Sigurd
M. Rascher. The brief Élégie is marked Quasi
improvisando. The extended Rondeau is marked Allegretto and starts in
6/8 changing to 2/4 after the first quarter of the piece. Upper college
level. |
27.20
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S424:
L'Age d'or for Alto Saxophone and Piano
by Jacques Ibert. Alphonse Leduc, 1956, SS, 4 + 2 pages. Marked Calmo
ed espressiv (quarter note = 63), this piece begins with a short
lyrical section which is followed by rising and falling sixteenth
note phrases at the same tempo until almost the end of the piece. Early
college level with a duration of about 4:50. (Except other items with free shipping.) |
14.85
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S087: Concertino da
Camera for Alto Saxophone and
Eleven Instruments (Piano Reduction) by
Jacques Ibert. Alphonse Leduc, 1935, SS, 23 + 6 pages. An important
piece in the saxophone repertoire. Two movements: Allegro con moto and
Larghetto (which changes to Animato molto after 54 measures).  |
37.80
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S170: Histoires
by Jacques Ibert arranged
for Alto Saxophone and Piano by Marcel Mule. Alphonse Leduc, 1939, SS,
23 + 8 pages. Marcel Mule has taken eight of the ten pieces Ibert wrote
for piano as Histoires and arranged them
for alto saxophone and piano. Early college level. The first CD has
four of
the pieces while the second has all eight.. |
38.55
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S408: Concerto for
Alto Saxophone and Orchestra (Piano Reduction)
by Yasudhide Ito. Editions Henry Lemoine, 1992, 20 pages. There is one
copy of the saxophone part and the piano reduction included. It
includes a great deal of cross cuing. Yasudhide Ito (1960-) is a
Japanese composer, conductor, and pianist. This is a challenging
contemporary piece in two movements. The first is marked Allegro Molto.
The second begins Lento but has many changes in tempo ending Molto
allegro. |
22.50
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S410:
Suite
Hellénique for Soprano or Alto Saxophone and Piano by
Pedro Iturralde.
Editions Henry Lemoine, 2001, SS, 15 + 5 pages, (includes parts
for both soprano and alto). An interesting work with Greek style music
surrounding two jazz style pieces. The pieces are: Kalmatianos (in
7/8), Funky (with an invitation to improvise in the mixolydian), Valse
which ends with a Coda (Kritis/Kalamtianos). Here
is an example of it being performed (not exactly as written) on the
soprano saxophone on YouTube. |
21.95
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S336: Miscellanies Seven Pieces for Alto Saxophone
and Wind
Orchestra (Piano Reduction) by
Gordon Jacob. Emerson Edition, 1976, SS, 26 + 10 pages.
This piece was suggested by and dedicated to Paul Harvey who premiered
it at the World Saxophone Congress of 1976. The seven pieces are: 1.
Scalic Prelude (Allegro giocoso), 2. Folk Song (Moderato con moto), 3.
Moto Perpetuo (Allegro molto, quasi presto), 4. Interlude (Andante), 5.
Gavotte (Tempo di Gavotta), 6. Dirge (Largo), and 7. Quick March
(Vivace alla marcia). Early college level. |
19.95
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S487:
Sonata for Alto Saxophone and Piano by
Wolfgang Jacobi. Bourne Co., 1965, SS, 21 + 8 pages.
Wolfgang Jacobi (1894-1972) was a German composer and music professor.
He considered himself to be a neo-classical composer and this piece,
which was written in 1930, is in that mold. Dedicated to Sigurd
Rascher, it is in three movements: I. Allegro, ma non troppo, II.
Sarabande, and III. Allegro. Upper college level with a duration of
about 10 minutes. |
10.50
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S302: Sonata for
Alto Saxophone and Piano by
Karel Janovický. Rosewood, 2000, SS, 30 + 10 pages.
Karel Janovický (1930-)
is a Czech born composer who has lived and worked in Britain since age
20. This Sonata was written for the alto saxophonist of the
Bohemian Saxophone Quartet, Roman Fojtíček who gave the first
performance in Prague in 1999. The composer wrote, "I drew inspiration
for the form of the first movement from the poetic device of terza rima (or terzina) which allows the music to
both move on and return in a 'rhyming' fashion. The second movement I
called Arie (songs) which is
simply all it is. And the Finale is a lively, fast Rondo." An
advanced level piece. |
12.95
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S156:
Fantaisie
- Impromptu for Alto Saxophone and
Piano by André Jolivet. Alphonse Leduc, 1953, SS, 4 + 2
pages. French
composer André Jolivet (1905-1974) was a contemporary of Olivier
Messiaen who wrote widely in many forms and for a variety of ensembles.
This short piece starts with a 5/4 Adagio, increases speed slightly and
then goes into a 3/4 Allegro for most of the rest of the piece. College
level. |
14.85
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S157: Cantilène
et Danse for Alto Saxophone and
Piano by Denis Joly. Alphonse Leduc, 1949, SS, 7 + 2
pages. The Cantilène is Andantino cantabile and in 3/4 while the
Danse is Allegro scherzando and predominantly in 6/8. Early college
level. (Except other items with free shipping.) |
15.60
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S221: Music
for Tenor Saxophone and Piano by M. William Karlins. Southern
Music Co.,
1990, SS, 16 + 16 pages. Two copies of score with both parts are
included. In three
movements with the second dedicated to the memory of Coleman Hawkins.
Includes performance notes. While actual extended technique is
minimal, contemporary notation and improvisational sections are found
throughout. Advanced level. |
12.95
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/ / S180:
Seasons
for Solo Saxophonist by M. William Karlins. Tritone Press,
1990, SS, 8 pages. Dedicated to Frederick Hemke. This piece has four
movements
named after the seasons. It uses some extended techniques and can be
played using soprano, alto, and tenor, or alto and tenor, or alto or
tenor. It includes program notes and some corrections (mostly dynamics
and articulations) dated 2002. Advanced level. (Except other items with free shipping.) |
8.95
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S357: Meditation for Alto Saxophone and
Piano by Walter Kaufmann. MMB Music, 1988, SS, 6 + 1
pages. Walter Kaufmann (1907-1984) was a Czech born composer,
conductor, musicologist, and educator who lived in the United States
from 1957. This piece was dedicated to Eugene Rousseau on his 50th
birthday (1982) and has been edited by Rousseau. It is in one movement
(Moderato cantabile) but has three sections. Prior to coming to the
United States, Kaufmann lived in India and that influence can be heard
in the first section of this piece.
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14.95
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S379: From the Mountains Suite for Alto
Saxophone and Piano by Hugo Kaun. Ethos Publications, 2006, SS, 21
+ 7 pages. Hugo Kaun (1863-1932) was a German composer in the Romantic
style who lived in the United States (Milwaukee) from 1886-1902. This
is a programmatic work create for the young saxophonist Sigurd Rascher
in 1932 which depicts the composer's musical impressions of a trip to
the Tyrolean Alps. It is in three movements: 1. Sunset - Glowing Alps
(Sehr ruhig, und ausdrucksvoll), 2. The Mountains Awaken - Night
(Lebhaft), and 3. Daybreak - New Life (Ruhig, ausdrucksvoll). This is a
scholarly edition with notes on the editing and
definitions of the German language terms that appear in the score.
Early college level. |
17.95
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S451:
Solo for Alto
Saxophone by Rudolf Kelterborn. Baerenreiter (BA 7437), 1995, SS, 4
pages. Rudolf Kelterborn (1931-) is a Swiss composer. This work was
commissioned for the 51st International Saxophone Competition, Geneva,
Switzerland, held in 1995. This is an advanced work using some extended
techniques (mostly articulation) and contemporary notation.
(Except other items with free shipping.) |
20.95
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S109: Monolog
4 Saxophone by
Erland von Koch. Gehrmans,
1997, SS, 4 pages. This piece for solo saxophone was written in 1975
and is dedicated to Sigurd and Carina Rascher. It is in two parts
(which may be played separately). Part I is rhapsodic, marked Andante
espressivo, and is made up of short segments without bar lines. Part II
is Allegro molto vivace and alternates between 6/8 and 2/4 with an
occasional 3/4 bar. College level. (Except other items with free shipping.) |
12.95
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S207:
Fable for
Baritone Saxophone and
Piano by Jan Krzywicki. Tenuto Publications, 2006, SS, 20 + 8
pages. Krzywicki (1948-) is an American composer, conductor, and music
educator. The composer wrote, "Fable
unfolds like an allegorical narrative, similar to many a fable by
Aesop. The work begins 'once upon a time' and moves through a series of
events that include conflicts, reflections, contests, and chases. The
narrative consists of a series of rondo-like events in which two ides
predominate--an aggressive, assertive music, a pulsing yet lyrical
event. The interaction of these two primary events leads to the climax
and eventually to the story's elegiac 'moral.'" Upper college level
with a duration of about 11 minutes. |
14.95
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S377: I Never Saw Another
Butterfly for soprano
voice and alto saxophone. Music by Lori Laitman and texts by
children of
the Holocaust. Arsis Press, 1998,
SS. Includes two parts in score format. (Originally written for voice
and saxophone, the composer has also created editions for clarinet and bassoon.) Based on poetry by
children from the Terezin concentration
camp and written in 1996, the six songs of the cycle use varied imagery
and musical styles. The composer writes: "One cannot help but be
touched by the hope and innocence that these children put into their
poetry, despite their terrible surroundings. The accompaniment of the
saxophone is intended to be haunting and soulful, with echoes of
Klezmer music." The song titles are: The Butterfly, Yes--That's the Way
Things Are, Birdsong, Man Proposes, God Disposes, and The Old House.
The first performance was at John Hopkins University in 1996 with
soprano Lauren Wagner and saxophonist Gary Louie, for whom the piece
was written. |
17.50
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V036:
Living in the Body for soprano
voice and alto saxophone. Music by Lori Laitman to six poems of
Joyce Sutphen. Enchanted Nickers Music, 2002, SS, 21 pages. Includes
two copies both in score format, one for the vocalist with saxophone
part in concert key and the other for the saxophonist with the part
transposed. There are six songs: 1. Burning the Woods of My Childhood,
2. Living in the Body, 3. Not for Burning, 4. Lost at Table, 5. Bring
on the Rain, 6. Crossroads. College level with a few high altissimo
notes in some songs. |
19.95
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S263: Six
Barefoot Dances for
Two Alto Saxophones by
John David Lamb. McGinnis & Marx, 1971, SS, 11 pages (score
format). We left our little "A" symbol off this piece because we are
sure they will work well for soprano saxophones (and probably clarinets
or flutes, too). These popular duets feature mixed meter
throughout. Advanced high school or early college level. (Except other items with free shipping.) |
4.95
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S158: Sicilienne for
Alto Saxophone and
Piano by Pierre Lantier. Alphonse Leduc, 1944, SS, 6 + 2
pages. Pierre Lantier (1910-1998) was a French composer who won the
Prix de Rome in 1937. This piece starts in E-flat moves to A and then
back to the original key with plenty of accidentals to challenge the
better high school or early college performer. (Except other items with free shipping.) |
19.15
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S135: Holy
Roller for Alto Saxophone and Piano by
Libby Larsen. Oxford University Press, 1998, SS, 27 + 10 pages. Holy Roller
was inspired by classic revival preaching and is a revival sermon
captured in the sounds of the alto saxophone and piano. A substantial
work for skilled performers. |
21.95
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S068: Concerto for
Saxophone and String Orchestra Op.
14 by
Lars-Erik Larsson. Gehrmans,
1952, SS, 38 + 12 pages. Piano Reduction. A virtuoso concerto for alto
saxophone dedicated to Sigurd M. Rascher. Three movements Allegro molto
moderato, Adagio, and Allegro scherzando. The first and third
movements have extended cadenzas. |
29.95
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S452: Dies irae for Soprano
Saxophone and Organ by Christian Lauba. Baerenreiter (BA 7479),
1997, 20 + 10 pages. French composer Christian Lauba (1952-) is a
leading composer of contemporary music for saxophone. He teaches at the
National Conservatory of Bordeaux. This is a challenging work dedicated
to Jean-Marie Londeix. For advanced performers with a duration of about
16:20. |
32.95
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S512:
Phonie Douce for Oboe, Alto Saxophone, and Cello
by Philippe Leroux. Billaudot, 1991, SS, (includes score and parts).
Philippe Leroux (1959-) he has written pieces which encompass several
genres: symphonic, electro-acoustic, electronic and chamber music. This
piece for an unusual combination of instruments is dedicated to Claude
and Odile Delangle. It employs flutter tonguing, some fractional
pitches, some contemporary notation, and is in one continuous
movement. For advanced players with a duration of about 12 minutes. |
29.95
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S511:
SPP for Soprano Saxophone and Piano
by Philippe Leroux. Billaudot, 2001, SS, 29 + 9 pages.
An advanced contemporary piece that includes a variety of techniques
including flutter tonguing and other articulation styles, altissimo to
A, and one multiphonic with fingering given. Duration about 12 minutes. |
30.95
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S223: Sonata for
Alto Saxophone and Piano
by Lawson Lunde. Southern Music Co. 1967, SS, 30 + 11 pages. Lawson
Lunde (1935-) is a Chicago based composer and pianist whose numerous
compositions for saxophone are noted for their lyricism and rhythmic
energy. This Sonata has three
movements: I. Allegro, II. Andantino cantabile, and III. Allegro
vivace. College level. |
14.95
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S412: L'Incandescence de la bruine for Soprano
Saxophone and
Piano by Bruno Mantovani.
Editions Henry Lemoine, 2000, SS, 20 + 8 pages. Bruno Mantovani (1974-)
is a French composer who won many first prizes at the Paris
Conservatory. This is a challenging piece that employs a bit of
contemporary notation, a few quarter tones, bisbigliando, and slap and
flutter tonguing. This piece was used in the second round of the 2nd
International Jean-Marie Londeix Saxophone Competition held in Bangkok,
Thailand, in January 2008. |
25.50
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S517: Concerto in C minor for Soprano
Saxophone and
Piano by Benedetto Marcello transcribed by Harvey Pittel. Southern
Music Co., 1966, SS, 11 + 6 pages. Benedetto Marcello (1686-1739) was
Italian composer, writer, lawyer, magistrate, and teacher. (Some
sources say this piece was composed by his older brother Alessandro.)
This work was originally for oboe, but works very well on soprano
saxophone. In three movements: I. Allegro moderato, II. Adagio, III.
Allegro. For the final movement, the editor provides some ornamentation
for the repeat of the first half of the movement. At the tempos listed
this is early college level. Duration about 11 minutes. You can watch a
performance which appears to be from this edition on YouTube. |
12.50
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S419:
Complainte et
Danse for Alto Saxophone and Piano by Yvan Markovitch.
Alphonse Leduc, 1966, SS, 9 + 2 pages. The first
section (Complainte which translates to English as Lament) is in slow
Lent tempo (mm=40). This is followed by a short transitional section,
Modéré, at double the previous tempo before the Danse
(Vif) at mm=144. The publisher lists this with a difficulty of 6 on
their scale with a range to 9. |
18.60
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S181: Ballade
for Saxophone and Orchestra Piano Reduction
by Frank Martin. Universal Edition, 1966, SS, 30 + 8 pages. Frank
Martin (1890-1974) was a Swiss composer who created a synthesis of the
chromatic and twelve-tone techniques without, however, abandoning
tonality. Ballades were a specialty and he wrote them for a number of
instruments. This piece was written for Sigurd Rascher. It is
sectional with many tempo changes. Upper college level.
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32.95
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S292: Ballade
for Trombone or Tenor Saxophone and Piano
by Frank Martin. Universal Edition, 1941, SS, 19 + 7 pages. Includes
both trombone and saxophone part. This is a
sectional piece with many changes in tempo. It does not appear to be
very difficult. Duration about 7:30. |
25.95
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S473:
Sonata for Alto Saxophone and Piano
by David Maslanka. North American Saxophone Alliance, 1988, SB, 52 + 19
pages. David Maslanka (1943-) is an American composer who studied with
Joseph Wood at the Oberlin College Conservatory and H. Owen Reed at
Michigan State. He is especially known for his works for winds and
percussion.This piece was commissioned by the North American Saxophone
Alliance Commissioning Fund and Private Contributors for the 1989 NASA
Young Artist Competition at the National Meeting and Navy Band
Symposium. In three movements, a huge and extremely demanding piece;
its musical roots are quite varied: Liszt, Gesualdo, Pettersson.
Duration about 30 minutes.
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34.95
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S459:
Meditation from Thaïs for Soprano Saxophone and
Piano
by Jules Massenet arranged by Sharon Davis. Western International
Music,
1995, SS, 8 + 2 pages. Upper intermediate level. |
6.95
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S138: Tableaux
de Provence for Saxophone and Piano
by
Paule Maurice. Editions Henry Lemoine, 1990, SS, 32 + 12 pages. Paule
Maurice
(1910-67) was a French music educator and composer. This suite of five
pieces for alto saxophone are dedicated to Marcel Mule and were
inspired by her holidays in Provence. The pieces are Farandole des
Jeunes Filles, Chanson pour ma Mie, La Bohemienne, Des Alyscamps l'Ame
Soupire, and Le Cabridanese. College level. An orchestral accompaniment
is also available as a rental.  |
32.95
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S066: Scaramouche
(Piano Reduction) by Darius
Milhaud.
Editions Salabert, 1939, SS, 19 + 7 pages. For alto saxophone. Lively
first (Allegro) and third (Brazileira) movements surround the middle
(Moderato) movement which alternates between melancholy and lighter
phrases. A very entertaining piece in either the piano reduction or
orchestral versions. |
14.95
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S470:
Duos
for Two
Saxophones in B-flat
by
Christophe Monniot. Henry Lemoine, 2004, SS, (includes both parts and
score). These duets were written for high saxophones (sopranos in this
case), but other combinations are possible. There are five pieces:
Valse pour Alex, Twist, L'une rousse, Mécanique Samovar, and La
Bourrée des mariés. Advanced high school/early
college level. |
19.95
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S471: Duos for Two
Saxophones in E-flat
by
Christophe Monniot. Henry Lemoine, 2004, SS, (includes both parts and
score). These duets were written for high saxophones (altos in this
case), but other combinations are possible. There are five pieces:
Valse pour Alex, Twist, L'une rousse, Mécanique Samovar, and La
Bourrée des mariés. Advanced high school/early
college level. |
19.95
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S288:
Six Pieces Musicales d'Etude for Alto Saxophone and Piano
by
Raymond Gallois Montbrun.
Leduc, 1954, SS, 19 + 7 pages. These six pieces emphasize specific
aspects of technique. They are: Ballade (La Souplesse), Intermezzo (Les
Trilles), Ronde (Le Staccato), Lied (La Sonorité), Valse (Le
Chromatisme), and Finale (La Vélocité). |
29.25
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S293: Recitatives
for Solo Saxophone
by Stephen Morland. Braodbent & Dunn Ltd., 1994, SS, 3 pages. An
interesting piece for
solo saxophone in four movements: Prelude (Very Slow and Calm),
Burlesque I (Scherazndo), Lament (Very slow), and Burlesque II (Free
but Rhythmic and Lively). The third movement uses some contemporary
techniques and notation (not difficult). This piece has only dashed
barlines to group the notes. If there were actual bar lines it would be
in a variety of meters.
(Except other items with free shipping.) |
10.95
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S100: Sonata
for Alto Saxophone and Piano Op. 29
by Robert Muczynski.
G. Schirmer, 1972, SS, 15 + 7 pages. Dedicated to Trent Kynaston. In
two movements: the lyrical Andante maestoso first movement is followed
by the rhythmic drive of the Allegro energico second. Advanced college
level. |
9.95
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S294: In a Hall of Mirrors
for Alto Saxophone and Piano
by Dominic Muldowney. Universal Edition, 1988, SS, 12 + 3 pages. This
piece was written in 1979 and is dedicated to John Harle who was the
first to perform it. It is the form of a short theme with 12
variations. The first four bars contain the musical material from which
the entire piece is derived. These bars are elongated, contracted and
distorted in an economic yet colorful walk through a Hall of Mirrors.
An advanced work that includes one recurring multiphonic note. (Except other items with free shipping.) |
19.95
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S374: Danza Capriccio
for Saxophone (piano reduction) by Ron Nelson. Ludwig Masters,
1990, SS, 51 + 16 pages. In one extended movement with a slower section
in the middle. Includes high altissimo, a few measures of
improvisation (ignored on the recording), and double tonguing might be
helpful as well. An
advanced piece with a duration of about 12:30. A band accompaniment is
available as a rental but the recording below is with piano. |
24.95
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S462:
Two Hues of Blues for Alto Saxophone and Piano by
Lennie Niehaus. Kendor,
2001, 10 + 4 pages. Two blues in swing style which the publisher has
rated as Grade 4+. The first is a Moderate Blues (mm 125-132) while the
second is a Moderately Fast Blues (mm 160-168). The duration is 6
minutes. (Except other items with free shipping.) |
8.95
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S171: Improvisation
I for Alto Saxophone Solo by Ryo Noda. Alphonse Leduc, 1974.
This piece by Japanese saxophonist Noda uses extended techniqes (which
are explained to some extent). Upper college level. (Except other items with free shipping.) |
11.15
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S172: Improvisation
II and III for Alto Saxophone Solo by Ryo Noda. Alphonse
Leduc, 1975.
Two more pieces by Japanese saxophonist Noda using extended techniqes. Improvisation II has multiphonics
which
the other two do not. Upper college level. (Except other items with free shipping.) |
13.25
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S290: Maï
for Alto Saxophone Solo by Ryo Noda. Alphonse
Leduc, 1973, 3 pages.
Another piece by Japanese saxophonist Noda using extended techniqes
including multiphonics. Upper
college level. (Except other items with free shipping.) |
9.40
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S436: Pavane, La Fée de la neige (The Snow Fairy)
for Soprano Saxophone Solo by Ryo Noda. Alphonse
Leduc, 2006, SS, 6 pages.
A contemporary and advanced solo piece but without any extended
techniques. Dedicated to Marcel Mule, it was written for the 12th World
Saxophone Congress of 2000. Duration about 10 minutes. (Except other items with free shipping.) |
15.15
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S305:
Shaping the Curve for Soprano Saxophone and Piano by
Michael Nyman. Chester Music, 1995, SS, 22 + 10 pages. Michael Nyman
(1944-) is a British composer, arranger, critic, performer, author and
lecturer. He has written chamber, orchestral, film, opera, vocal and
chamber music. Shaping the Curve
was composed for John Harle in 1990 and is based strictly on a sequence
of four chords. It includes mixed meter and a bit of contemporary
notation. Duration is about 11 minutes. |
27.95
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S435: Concertante
transcribed for Alto Saxophone
and Piano
by Émile Paladilhe transcribed by Himie Voxman. Rubank, 1959, 7
+ 2 pages. Émile Paladilhe (1844-1926) was a French conductor
and
pianist who began his studies at the Conservatoire de Paris at age 10.
This piece which was written for oboe in 1898 is one of the few by
Paladilhe
still performed today. In two sections: Andante, assai moderato and
Allegro non troppo. Advanced high school or early college level and a
good length (4:30) for a festival piece. When I listened to
a performance of the original version on YouTube I thought it would
sound good (better even) on saxophone. Himie Voxman must have thought
the same thing.
(Except other items with free shipping.) |
4.95
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S195: Sonatine for
Alto Saxophone and Piano by
Claude Pascal. Durand, 1948, SS, 16 + 7 pages. An extended one movement
piece with several sections. Upper college level. |
15.95
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S139: Histoire
du Tango for Soprano Saxophone and Piano by
Astor Piazzolla transcribed by Ken-ichiro Isoda and Nabuya Sugawa.
Editions Henry Lemoine, 1998, SS, 36 + 12 pages. This is a wonderful
and challenging piece which has been transcribed for a variety of
instruments and combinations of instruments. The four scenes portrayed
are: Bordel 1900, Café 1930, Night-club 1960, and Concert
d'auhourd'hui (Modern Day Concert).  |
32.95
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WW44: Tango-Etudes for
Alto Saxophone and Piano (or
Clarinet and Piano) by
Astor Piazzolla. Editions Henry Lemoine, 2003, SS. Includes both
Saxophone and clarinet parts. This is a relatively new edition of this
music (originally published in 1989), adding piano accompaniment
written by Piazzolla, but which required much painstaking work on the
manuscript before it could be published. This is an advanced work with
most of the six etudes ending
high in the saxophone altissimo. We have a new source
for this book and have been able to reduce the price from $50.95.(#6
only and without piano) |
33.95
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S281: Canzonetta Op. 19 by
Gabriel Pierné transcribed for Alto Saxophone and Piano by
Marcel Mule. Leduc, 1936, SS, 5 + 2 pages. In this context a canzonetta
is a
song like
instrumental piece. This one is in 6/8 and marked Andantino moderato.
Advanced high school/early college level. (Except other items with free shipping.) |
12.40
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S429: Canzonetta Op. 19 by
Gabriel Pierné arranged for Tenor or Soprano
Saxophone and Piano by Harry Gee. Southern Music Co., 1973, SS, 7 + 2
pages. In 6/8 and marked Andantino moderato.
Advanced high school/early college level.
(Except other items with free shipping.) |
6.25
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S289: Prélude et Saltarelle for Alto Saxophone
and Piano by
Robert Planel. Leduc, 1957, SS, 7 + 4 pages. Robert Planel (1908-1994)
was a French violinist, composer, and music educator. This piece is
really in three parts as the Prelude is followed by a short cadenza,
which is followed by a very long cadenza. The piece concludes with a
Saltarelle, an Italian dance in 6/8. College level. |
17.45
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S079: Lyrical Concerto for
Baritone Saxophone and
Orchestra (Piano
Reduction) by Simon Proctor.
Southern Music Company, 2004, SS, 32 + 7 pages. The piece is for
baritone saxophone with low A. Also includes an
optional part for Medieval Cupped Bells which can also be played on
Tubular Bells (Chimes) or Bells (Glockenspiel). Originally written for
the serpent, this cheerful and melodious piece is especially
well-suited for performance on other instruments that occupy the same
tonal region including the baritone saxophone. |
17.50
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S282: Laguna Madre for Soprano Saxophone and Piano by
Amy
Quate. Leduc, 2006, SS, 4 + 1 pages. The notes on the cover say it was
written in 1988 but this edition has just been released. This is a
short (3:35) work for soprano saxophone with the piano decidedly in an
acompaning role. It moves through a variety of tempos and includes a
cadenza. Advanced high school/early college level. (Except other items with free shipping.) |
10.85
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S283: Light of Sothis for Alto Saxophone and Piano by
Amy
Quate. Leduc, 1987, SS, 9 + 3 pages. This work by
American composer Quate was written for Debra Richtmeyer in 1982.
"Sothis, now called Sirius, is the brightest start in heaven. The
ancient Egyptian calendar, called to Sothic Year, was based on the
heliacal rising of the lovely, shining star. Sothis is also the start
aspect of the great goddess Isis, whose light circumscribes the cycles
of nature that bring beauty, prosperity, and life." In three movements:
I. Grace, II. Passion, and III. Faith. Early college level. About 10
minutes duration. |
21.35
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/ S110: Vocalise
Op. 34 No. 14 for Soprano or Tenor Saxophone and Piano
by Sergei Rachmaninoff arranged by Ronald L. Caravan. Ethos
Publications, SS. The genesis of this arrangement was preparation
for a recording session where Dr. Caravan was to record this piece on
soprano saxophone. His accompanist insisted he should try the piece in
the original concert key (C sharp minor) instead of the available
transcriptions which are a half step lower or higher. After trying it
in this key they decided it was much more effective and this
arrangement is the result. While E-flat minor (six flats) may seem like
a difficult key, this piece moves slowly and it should not be a problem
for any player at intermediate or above level.
(Except other items with free shipping.) |
9.50
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/ / S371: Pavane pour une
Infante defunte for Saxophone (Soprano,
Alto or Tenor) or Clarinet and Piano
by Maurice Ravel edited and arranged by J. Michael Leonard. Masters
Music, 1995, SS, 9 + 2 pages. Includes parts for both B-flat and E-flat
instruments. Not a difficult piece (although the alto saxophone part
ranges from low B to altissimo F sharp), but expression is conveyed
through both tempo and dynamic changes. |
5.95
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S478: Pièce en Forme de Habanera for Alto
Saxophone and
Piano
by Maurice Ravel transcribed by Jules Viard. Leduc, 1926, SS, 4 + 1
pages. Early college level. (Except other items with free shipping.) |
13.00
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S479:
Pièce en Forme de Habanera for Alto Saxophone and
Piano
by Maurice Ravel transcribed by Jules Viard. Leduc, 1926, SS, 4 + 1
pages. Early college level. (Except other items with free shipping.) |
13.00
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S196: Pièce
Concertante for Alto Saxophone
and Piano by Hermann Reutter. Schott, 1970, SS, 16 + 4 pages.
Hermann Reutter (1900-1985) was a German composer and music educator
who was active in many musical fields during his long life. This piece
was written in 1968 and is dedicated to Jean-Marie Londeix. It is in
three movements: I. Exposition (Tempo giusto), II. Berceuse
(Tranquillo), and III Combination (Allegro). College level. |
20.95
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S185: Cadenza for
Alto Saxophone and Piano by
Lucie Robert. Billaudot, 1974, SS, 23 + 7 pages. Lucie Robert-Diessel
(1936-) has composed many works for saxophone. She studied at the Paris
Conservatory winning seven first prizes and was a professor there from
1972-2001. This is a one movement work, technically demanding and
upper college level. |
27.95
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S363: Adieu Tristesse for
Alto Saxophone and Piano by
Rolf Römer. EditionDarok, 1996, SS, 3 + 1 pages. The title means
"Good-bye Sadness." A brief lyrical piece, Andante in 3/4. Intermediate
level. (Except other items with free shipping.) |
10.95
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S197: Picnic
on the Marne for Alto Saxophone and Piano by Ned Rorem. Boosey
& Hawkes, 1984, SS, 27 + 12 pages. Seven pieces (all waltzes) by
American composer Ned Rorem (1923-) which were commissioned and
premiered by John Harle. This music recalls a visit to the southeastern
suburbs of paris in 1956. The pieces are: 1. Driving from Paris, 2. A
Bend in the River, 3. Bal Musette, 4. Vermouth, 5. A Tense Discussion,
6. Making Up, and 7. The Ride Back to Town. An upper level college
piece with a duration of about 16 1/2 minutes. |
24.95
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S063: Journey into the
Light for Alto Saxophone and Piano by Elaine M. Ross. Southern
Music Co., 2004, SS, 28 + 7 pages. Journey Into the Light is a four
movement
work that outlines the stages one passes through during the maturing
process
and search for inner peace. The movements are: Rollicking,
Restlessness,
Confusion, and Serenity. A college or professional level piece. |
9.95
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S159: Chanson
et Passepied Op. 16 for Alto Saxophone and
Piano by Jeanine Rueff. Alphonse Leduc, 1951, SS, 5 + 2
pages. Jeanine Rueff, (1922-1999) was one of the most gifted
female composers of the twentieth century. She wrote extensively for
saxophone and other wind instruments and won the
Prix de Rome in 1948. The Chanson is marked Andantino while the
Passepied is Allegretto and is in its traditional 3/8 time signature.
For the better high school or early college level performer.
(Except other items with free shipping.) |
15.15
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S167: Sonate for
Alto Saxophone Solo by Jeanine Rueff. Alphonse Leduc,
1969, SS, 9
pages. In three movements: I. Allegro, II. Adagio, and III.
Prestissimo. About 12:30 in duration. Upper college level. (Except other items with free shipping.) |
15.60
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S247: The Swan for
Alto Saxophone and Piano by Camille Saint-Saëns arranged by
Eugene Rousseau. Belwin, 1978, SS, 4 + 1 pages. A popular piece
arranged for alto saxophone. Early intermediate level.
(Except other items with free shipping.) |
4.95
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S102: Cafe
Music for Alto Saxophone and Piano by Eric Satie arranged by
James Boatman. Alry Publications, 1998, SS, 9 + 4 pages. There are
three
pieces: "La Diva de l'Empre," "Je te veux," and "Le Piccadilly."
While generally at an intermediate level, the four and five sharps in
the first piece increases the difficulty. (Except other items with free shipping.) |
14.95
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S232: Fantaisie
sur des
motif du Freischütz by Weber for Alto Saxophone and Piano
by Jérôme Savari edited by Bruce Ronkin.
Roncorp, 1991, SS, 12 + 4 pages. Somewhat longer than many of the
pieces in this series, this was originally published in 1855. Early
college level.
(Except other items with free shipping.) |
16.00
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S458: Concerto for Tenor Saxophone and Symphonic
Winds (Piano Reduction)
by William Schmidt transcribed for tenor saxophone and piano by Sharon
Davis.
Western International Music, 1981, SS, 47 + 10 pages. William Schmidt
(1926-) is an American composer who was a student of Ingolf Dahl at the
University of Southern California. This piece is dedicated to Roger
Greenberg. In one continuos movement with meter and some tempo changes.
Advanced college level. |
18.95
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S457:
Sonata for Baritone Saxophone and Piano
by William Schmidt.
Western International Music, 1980, SS, 30 + 10 pages. This piece is
dedicated to Roger
Greenberg who gave the premier performance in 1980. In three movements.
College level. |
18.95
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S456: Sonatina for Tenor Saxophone and Piano
by William Schmidt.
Western International Music, 1967, SS, 18 + 7 pages. In three
movements: 1. March, 2.
Sinfonia, and 3. Rondoletto. A recommended college level piece for
tenor saxophone. |
16.95
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S198: Legende
Op. 66 for Alto Saxophone and Piano by Florent Schmitt.
Durand, 1919, SS, 17 + 6 pages. A challenging college level piece
originally for violin or alto saxophone and orchestra with this piano
reduction by the composer. In one continuous movement with many changes
in tempo. |
24.95
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S423: Songe de
Coppélius
Op. 30 No. 11 for Tenor or Soprano Saxophone and Piano by
Florent Schmitt.
Lemoine, 1973, SS, 4 + 1 pages. Florent Schmitt (1870-1958) was a
French composer who wrote in the impressionist style, which you can
clearly hear in this short work that was inspired by a vocalise.
Duration about 3:14.
(Except other items with free shipping.) |
17.95
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S295: Hot-Sonate
for Alto Saxophone and Piano by Erwin Schulhoff.
Schott, 1930, SS, 23 + 7 pages. Ervin Schulhoff (1894 -1942) came from
a Prague Jewish-German family. He wrote in a variety of styles during
his career, many influenced by jazz. This is an upper college
level/advanced work in four movements. |
19.95
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S219: Three
Romances by Robert Schumann transcribed for Alto Saxophone and
Piano by Frederick Hemke.
Southern Music Co., 1973, SS, 16 + 7 pages. This is Op. 94 (for oboe,
violin, or clarinet) transcribed for alto saxophone. |
9.95
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S411:
Renewing the
Myth for alto saxophone and piano by Marilyn Shrude,
saxophone part edited by John Sampen. Editions Henry Lemoine, 1998, SS,
18 + 7
pages. This piece was written for John Sampen in 1988 by Marilyn Shrude
who is Distinguished Artist Professor of Music at Bowling Green State
College. It exploits both the theme and the legend of Paganini's 24th
Caprice for violin. Germinal motives from the Caprice are introduced in
both the saxophone and piano and become increasingly complex in a
mildly atonal framework. The cadenza incorporates not only the
Paganini, but fragments of famous saxophone literature. As the piece
unfolds, the increasing technical difficulty recalls the myth - that
Paganini sold his soul for his virtuosity. It was a required work for
the participants of the International Adolphe Sax Competition in 2002. |
23.95
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S261: Adagio
et Rondo
Op. 63 for Tenor Saxophone and Piano by Jean
Baptiste Singelée edited by Bruce Ronkin.
Roncorp, 1988, SS, 8 + 2 pages. This work by Belgian violinist and
composer Jean Baptiste Singelée (1812-1875) was originally
published by Adolphe Sax's publishing house in 1861 when it was used as
a Paris Conservatory contest piece. It beings with an Adagio that
concludes with a short cadenza for the saxophone. This is followed by a
brief Allegro section which concludes the first movement. The Rondo is
a 2/4 Allegretto with the second half featuring 16th note triplet
figures. The duration is 3:15
minutes. 
(Except other items with free shipping.) |
16.00
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S350: Caprice Op. 80
for Soprano Saxophone and Piano by Jean
Baptiste Singelée edited by Bruce Ronkin.
Roncorp, 1988, SS, 8 + 3 pages. Caprice
was used as a Paris
Conservatory contest piece in 1862. It is in two sections: Allegro
Moderato and Moderato. Many high school students will be able to play
this piece. Duration about 4:20.
(Except other items with free shipping.) |
16.00
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S353: Caprice Op. 80, Fantaisie Op. 89, & Fantaisie
Op. 102
for Soprano Saxophone and Piano by Jean
Baptiste Singelée edited by Fabien Chouraki. Editions Henry
Lemoine,
2002, SS, 27 + 11 pages. From Collection Claude Delangle. A
very nice edition which combines these three Paris
Conservatory contest pieces. |
26.95
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S351: Fantaisie Op. 89
for Soprano Saxophone and Piano by Jean
Baptiste Singelée edited by Bruce Ronkin.
Roncorp, 1987, SS, 8 + 4 pages. This piece was composed in 1863 and
used as a Paris
Conservatory contest piece the same year. It is in three sections:
Allegro, Andante, and Allegro. The initial Allegro is recitative with
the piano mostly playing tremolos. The following sections both include
short cadenzas. Early college level. Duration is about 4:15.
(Except other items with free shipping.) |
16.00
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S231: Fantaisie
Op. 102 for Soprano Saxophone and Piano by Jean
Baptiste Singelée edited by Bruce Ronkin.
Roncorp, 1998, SS, 8 + 4 pages. Originally
published by Adolphe Sax's publishing house in 1864 when it was used as
a Paris Conservatory contest piece. This piece is in the introduction,
theme and variations format with a cadenza at the end of the saxophone
portion of the introduction. Early college level. The duration is 3 1/2
to 4
minutes.
(Except other items with free shipping.) |
16.00
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S236: Septième
Solo de Concert Op. 93 for Baritone Saxophone and Piano by Jean
Baptiste Singelée edited by Bruce Ronkin.
Roncorp, 1987, SS, 8 + 2 pages. Originally
published by Adolphe Sax's publishing house in 1863 when it was used as
a Paris Conservatory contest piece. College level. Duration about 3
minutes.
(Except other items with free shipping.) |
16.00
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S234: Sixième
Solo de Concert Op. 92 for Tenor Saxophone and Piano by Jean
Baptiste Singelée edited by Bruce Ronkin.
Roncorp, 1998, SS, 8 + 2 pages. Dedicated to Hyacinthe Klose, it was
used as
a Paris Conservatory contest piece in 1863. The piece is in two main
sections beginning in Allegro and following a short cadenza in
the middle the second section is Allegretto in 6/8. Advanced
intermediate level. Duration about 3 1/2
minutes.
(Except other items with free shipping.) |
16.00
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S235: Solo
de Concert Op. 77 for Baritone Saxophone and Piano by Jean
Baptiste Singelée edited by Bruce Ronkin.
Roncorp, 1998, SS, 8 + 2 pages. This was a Paris Conservatory contest
piece in 1861. It opens with an Andante section followed by an brief
Allegro for the piano alone and concludes at Allegro moderato. Upper
intermediate level and with a duration of about 3:15.
(Except other items with free shipping.) |
16.00
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S341: Solo
de Concert Op. 83 for Tenor Saxophone and Piano by Jean
Baptiste Singelée adapted by Himie Voxman.
Rubank, 1941, SS, 8 + 3 pages. This was Singelée's third Paris
Conservatory contest
piece (1862) and was originally for bassoon. In one movement (Allegro
Moderato), with several sections and a cadenza in the middle. Upper
intermediate level. (Except other items with free shipping.) |
4.95
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S319: Fantasia for Alto Saxophone Solo Alto Saxophone
with Piano
Accompaniment by Claude T. Smith.
Wingert-Jones Publications, 1983, SS, 15 + 5 pages. Claude T. Smith
(1932-1987) was one of the leading American composers for concert band,
with many commissions from the armed forces bands. Appropriately, this
piece is dedicated to Dale Underwood, who was a soloist with the United
States Navy Band. It is in three sections: Allegro vivo, Lento rubato,
and Allegro. College level. (There is also a band accompaniment
available.) |
12.50
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S224: Seven
Epigrams for Alto Saxophone and Piano by Randall Snyder.
Southern Music Co., 1973, SS, 8 + 3 pages. Dedicated to Fred Hemke.
Seven short pieces. College level. (Except other items with free shipping.) |
5.00
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S187: Sonata for
Alto Saxophone and Piano by Randall Snyder.
Tenuto Publications, 1971, SS, 24 + 9 pages. This piece was written in
1967 when the composer was in graduate school. It won a first prize in
the 1967 Phi Mu Alpha composition contest for Wisconsin composers.
In three movements: I. Moderately fast, II. Slowly, and III.
Quickly. College level with a duration of about 16:30. |
15.95
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S259: Romance for Alto Saxophone and Piano by
William Grant
Still.
International Music Co., 1966, SS, 6 + 2 pages. William Grant
Still (1895-1978) an African American composer, arranger,
conductor, and musician was successful despite tremendous obstacles.
This beautiful piece is not difficult but requires sensitivity from
both performers. Duration about 4:45.
(Except other items with free shipping.) |
8.95
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S274: Two Fantastics Op. 88 for Alto Saxophone and
Piano by
Jenö Takács. Doblinger, 1972, SS, 25 + 13
pages. Jenö Takács (1902-2005!) was an Austrian composer
and pianist of Hungarian descent. He taught in a wide range of places
including Cairo and Manila before World War II, Hungary during the war
period, and in Cincinnati afterwards. His music was influenced by
Bartok and some of the exotic places he had lived and worked. These two
pieces can be performed separately. I. Tempo rubato (Andante, molto
rubato) duration 5 minutes. II. Tempo giusto (Allegro vivace/Meno
mosso/Andante, molto rubato), includes cadenzas for saxophone and
piano, duration 6-7 minutes. Skilled players are required. |
40.95
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S162: Sonatine
Sportive for Alto Saxophone and Piano by Alexandre
Tcherepnine.
Alphonse Leduc, 1943, SS, 10 + 4
pages. This piece is unusual in that it has a sports theme. The first
movement (Lutte) is a boxing match between the saxophone and the piano
(with the audience to decide the winner). The second movement
(Mi-temps) is a rest the two players are taking in the midst of the
competition. The third movement (Course) is a race in the form of canon
with the saxophone in the lead and the piano trying to catch up. This
college level piece should be very entertaining. [We have another
sports related piece, Yellow Jersey, for two
clarinets.] |
23.25
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S342: Sonate for
Alto Saxophone and Piano by Georg Phillipp Telemann
arranged by Jean-Marie Londeix. Alphonse Leduc, 1972, SS, 7 + 4
pages. In four movements: Siciliana (Andante), Spirtuoso, Andante, and
Vivace.
Often played at the college level but also used as a high school
festival piece (grade 5 in Florida, for example). (Except other items with free shipping.) |
16.85
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S343: Sonate for
Soprano Saxophone and Piano by Georg Phillipp Telemann
arranged by Jean-Marie Londeix. Alphonse Leduc, 1982, SS, 7 + 4
pages.
In four movements: Siciliana (Andante), Spirtuoso, Andante, and Vivace.
Exactly the same piece as above, transposed for soprano saxophone (and
sounding an octave higher). (Except other items with free shipping.) |
13.75
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S163: Ballade for
Alto Saxophone and
Piano by Henri Tomasi. Alphonse Leduc, 1939, SS, 28 + 8
pages. French
composer Henri Tomasi (1901-1971) was a conductor and composer who
wrote for the theatre (ballets and operas) and instrumental music,
especially for wind instruments. Ballade
is in one extended movement with many sections in a variety of tempos
and meters. College level. |
47.30
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S164: Concerto for
Alto Saxophone and Orchestra (Piano Reduction) by
Henri Tomasi. Alphonse Leduc, 1949, SS, 25 + 7
pages. Dedicated to Marcel Mule. In two movements: I. Andante et
Allegro and II. Final (Giration). The first movement has a long
cadenza. Advanced college level. |
34.05
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S362: Sonatina for Soprano
Saxophone and Piano by Angelo Tonoli. EditionDarok, 1995, SS, 8 + 2
pages. A sectional piece beginning with Libero recitativo, and followed
by Moderato, Adagio, and concluding with Presto. This piece is one of
the options for the ABRSM Grade 6 exam. (Except other items with free shipping.) |
19.95
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S173: Concerto
(d'apres Mozart) for Alto Saxophone and Piano by Georges
Tourneur. Alphonse Leduc, SS, 16 + 5
pages. This was the contest piece at the conservatoire in Liege in
1908. High school or early college level. |
29.85
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S516: Sonata for Alto Saxophone (or Viola) and
Piano by Eduard Tubin. AB Nordiska Musikförlaget, 1993, SS, 29
+ 9 pages (includes viola part in addition to the alto saxophone part).
Eduard Tubin (1905-1982) was an Estonian composer and conductor who
relocated to Sweden in 1944. This work was written in 1951 but
apparently not published until 1993. In three
movements: I. Allegro, II Troubadour Song from XIII century (Adagio),
and III. Allegro vivace. This should appeal to those who like the more
traditional, tonal pieces in the saxophone repertoire, but are looking
for a piece which isn't well known. Early college level. |
19.95
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S201: Sarabande
and Gigue for Alto Saxophone and Piano by Fisher
Tull. Boosey & Hawkes, 1979, SS, 11 + 4 pages. Written for and
dedicated to Kenneth Deans who premiered the work at the World
Saxophone Congress in 1976. The Saraband is straight forward, but the
Gigue employs mixed meters (7/8, 6/8, 9/8, 3/4, 4/4, etc.), slap
tonguing, and a few measures of high altissimo (up to a C sharp). (Except other items with free shipping.) |
22.95
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S277: Sarabande for Soprano
Saxophone and Piano by Mark-Anthony
Turnage. Schott, 1997, SS, 4 + 2 pages. British composer Mark-Anthony
Turnage (1960-) is one of the most admired and widely performed
composers of his generation. His highly inventive
compositional style--which incorporates his love of jazz and themes
inspired by a wide range of interests and concerns, including
literature, the arts, politics, and everyday life-results in works with
a dramatic musical language that is distinctly his own. This piece for
soprano saxophone and piano (plus optional large desk bells for each
performer!) includes the unusual instruction that the saxophonist and
the piano should be as far apart from each other as possible. Upper
college level with a duration of about 4 minutes. (Except other items with free shipping.) |
9.95
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S296: Two Elegies Framing a Shout for Soprano
Saxophone and Piano by Mark-Anthony
Turnage. Schott, 1997, SS, 16 + 12 pages. This is one of
the composers most frequently performed works. Elegy 1 (With
movement - molto rubato) is for saxophone alone. The piano joins the
saxophone for the Shout which has been described as "violent and
brusque" and "a quirky, frantic dance." In the final Elegy the
saxophone and piano proceed at a leisurely mm = 66 pace with quite a
bit of mixed meter. An advanced work. |
23.95
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S286: Concerto Op. 50 for Tenor Saxophone and
Orchestra (Piano
Reduction) by Burnet Tuthill. Southern Music Co., 1967, SS, 25 + 7
pages. In three movements: I. Andante molto, II. Slowly, and III.
Snappy
and rhythmic. College level (we found this listed as an audition piece
for graduate school at one university). There is also a band
accompaniment available as a rental. |
13.95
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S285: Sonata Op. 20 for Alto Saxophone and Piano
by Burnet Tuthill. Southern Music Co., 1966, SS, 24 + 7
pages. In three movements: I. Allegro giocoso, II. Andante, and III.
Presto, molto vivace. The publisher rates this a level 5 (of 7) which
is roughly advance high school/early college level. |
12.50
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S450: À feu (With Fire) for Tenor
Saxophone,
Bandonéon, Piano, and Double Bass
by Julio M. Viera. Lemoine, 2003, SS, (includes a score and individual
parts for all instrutments). A contemporary tango. |
20.95
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/ S241: Fastasia
for Soprano or Tenor Saxophone and Chamber Orchestra (Piano
Reduction) by Heitor
Villa-Lobos. Peer Music, 1963, SS, 23 + 6 pages. Written in Rio in 1948
and
dedicated to Marcel Mule, this is a very popular piece which is often
used for college auditions. Three movements: I. Animé, II.
Lent/Lentemente, and III. Très Animé. |
18.95
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S372: Souvenir:
Toccata for Soprano Saxophone and Piano
by Robert Walker. Maecenas, (written) 1994, SS, 16 + 3 pages. The
composer wrote: "Two friends, who happen also to be a saxophone and
piano duo, were visiting me in my adopted home of Bali. . . I wrote
them this, literally as a souvenir of their stay in Bali. It is a
joyful piece, with no deeper meaning than to portray a little of the
country, incorporating some Balinese rhythms and modes." It appears
that most of the Balinese flavor is found in the piano part which has
some tricky although frequently repeated rhythms. The saxophone part is
straight forward and early college level at most. Duration about 4
minutes. (Except other items with free shipping.) |
19.95
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S226: An
Abstract for Alto Saxophone and Piano by David Ward. Southern
Music Co.,
1963, SS, 4 + 2 pages. A short high school level piece in three
sections Slowly/Allegro/Tempo I. (Except other items with free shipping.) |
5.00
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S488:
2 Rudy Wiedoeft Classics for Alto
Saxophone and Piano by Rudy Wiedoeft edited by Ted Hegvik. Et
Cetera Productions, 1996.
This set includes Valse Mazanetta and Saxema. Valse Mazanetta was
written in 1924 and is in a lyric opera style that reflects Wiedoeft's
work with singers and his year as a clarinetist with the Chicago Grand
Opera Company. Saxema was first recorded in 1920 and along with
Saxophobia was one of Wiedoeft's signature rags. |
14.95
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S375: Concert Pieces (Valse Erica, Sax-O-Phun, Saxophobia)
Alto
Saxophone and Piano by Rudy Wiedoeft transcribed by Nobuya Sugawa
and Susumu Kusakabe. Zen-On Music, 2003, SS, 26 + 12 pages. Three
popular Wiedoeft alto saxophone pieces which appear to have been
transcribed from recordings. |
16.95
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S549:
Valse Vanité for Alto
Saxophone and Piano by Rudy Wiedoeft. Hunt Edition, 1954, SS, 7 +
2 pages. One of Wiedoeft popular waltzes, Valse Vanité
was originally published in 1923. Here
is a nice performance from YouTube. (Except other items with free shipping.) |
14.95
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S361: Dance of the Fox Alto Saxophone and Piano by
Leo
Weiner transcribed by Lajos Darok.
EditionDarok, 1941/1992, SS, 4 + 3 pages. An Eastern European dance in
a Vivace 2/4. You may not recognize it from the title but this is a
familiar piece, originally for piano. Upper intermediate level. (Except other items with free shipping.) |
10.50
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S484:
Introduction and Samba Alto Saxophone and Piano by
Maurice C. Whitney edited by Sigurd Rascher.
Bourne Co., 1951, 7 + 4 pages. Maurice
Whitney (1909-1984) received degrees from Ithaca College, and NYU. He
was a performer, conductor, and an arranger of music for theater, and
dance companies and wrote theory and band texts, and scores
for small instrumental ensembles, band, and choir. This is an upper
college level piece with altissimo to high A and optionally to the D
above high D.
(Except other items with free shipping.) |
6.95
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S485:
Rumba Alto Saxophone and Piano by Maurice C. Whitney.
Bourne Co., 1949, 5 + 2 pages. Dedicated to Sigurd
M. Rascher. Advanced high
school/early college level. (Except other items with free shipping.) |
6.50
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S337: Sonata for
Alto Saxophone and Piano by Alec Wilder with the saxophone part
edited by Don Sinta. Margun Music, 1970, SS, 21 + 8 pages. Alec Wilder
(1907-1980) was an American who composed for
theater, radio, films and various Hollywood personalities including
Benny Goodman. He composed short operas, chamber music, works for
orchestra and many songs. This sonata is in four movements. A popular
college level piece. |
11.95
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S202: Escapades for
Alto Saxophone and Orchestra, Piano Reduction by John
Williams. Cherry Lane Music, 2002, SS, 27 + 14 pages. This very cool
but challenging piece is from the film Catch Me If You Can. There is
also a concert band accompaniment that works quite well. |
19.95
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S347: Between
Categories for
Alto Saxophone and Piano by Arthur Woodbury. C.F. Peters, 1989, SS,
24 + 5 pages. The composer writes, "Between
Categories is a very nostalgic piece for me. The two major
musical styles in my life have been jazz and classical music. In the
past, out of necessity, I have had to keep them separated. This piece
is an attempt on my part to integrate these styles. I do not consider
this piece 'third stream' but something of itself. It should not played
for its jazz elements, or for that matter, for its classical elements,
but as something in between-- hence the title." An advanced piece with
a duration of about 7 minutes. The piano part appears to be the more
challenging of the two. |
15.95
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S530:
Sonata for
Alto Saxophone and Piano by Phil Woods. Advance Music, 1997, SS, 28
+ 10 pages. This piece was composed for and dedicated to Victor Morosco
and was (according to information found on the internet) was originally
known as Four Moods. There is a strong jazz influence and the notated
sections (which make up the bulk of the piece) are interspersed with
chord
changes for improvisation. There is also a full page of performance
notes by Victor Morosco. An advanced work with a duration of about
16:30. |
19.95
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S346: Divertimento
Alto Saxophone and Piano by Charles Wuorinen. C.F. Peters, 1983,
SB,
22 + 6 pages (large format). Charles Wuorinen (1938-) is an American
who was the youngest composer to win the Pulitzer Prize for music. This
work has been described as "vividly lyrical" and "full of intricate
counterpoint." This is an advanced college level/ professional
piece. Duration is about 11:30. |
24.50
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S339:
Fuzzy Bird Sonata for Alto Saxophone and
Piano by Takashi Yoshimatsu. Billaudot, 1995, SB, 28
+ 8 pages. Takashi Yoshimatsu (1953-) is a contemporary Japanese
composer. This piece has three movements: 1. Run, bird (Allegro
vivace), 2. Sing, bird (Largo), and 3. Fly, bird. This piece uses some
contemporary notation and extended techniques. An advanced work. |
28.95
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S430:
Concerto for Alto Saxophone and Wind Ensemble (Piano
Reduction) by Charles Rochester Young. Southern Music, 2008, SS,
26 + 7 pages. Charles Rochester Young (1965-) is an American composer
and music educator. This piece was commissioned by Donald Sinta and the
University of Michigan Symphony Band and was premiered in 2003. An
advanced work in three movements: I. Celebratory, II. Anguished, and
III. Lively. The first movement has a cadenza and the third movement
features mixed meter (7/8, 6/8, 5/8). The wind ensemble parts are
available as a rental. |
12.50
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S453:
Quintet for Alto Saxophone and String Quartet by
Ellen Taaffe Zwilich. Presser, 2008, SS,
26 + 8 pages (this is the solo part and score). Pulitzer prize-winning
composer Ellen Taaffe Zwilich gives us a beautiful quintet for alto
saxophone and string quartet, perfect for serious saxophonists looking
to expand their recital repertoire. Advanced players are needed on all
parts of this 20 minute piece. S454: Quintet for Alto Saxophone and String Quartet by Ellen Taaffe Zwilich. Merion Music, 2007, SS. String parts. |
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