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Theodore Presser Co

Composed in 2016 on commission from Joe Lulloff, Pann's Sonata is a 23-minute monument in 4 movements. The work was inspired by both the saxophone music of late composer William Albright and by Joe's particular blend of finesse and brutality accompanied by an unparalleled command of the instrument. The movements are titled , "1. This Black Cat," "II. Three Songs Without Words," "III. Cuppa Joe," "IV. Epilogue: Lacrimosa in memory of Joel Hastings."

Sonata for Alto Saxophone and Piano

Alto Sax Solo with Piano

Embark on a musical journey through Greece with "Suite Hellenique." Masterfully composed by ITURRALDE P and skillfully arranged by DELANGLE C, this piece is perfect for concert and contest settings. Experience a blend of traditional melodies and contemporary flair that captures the spirit and culture of Hellenic landscapes. - Note: This music is composed by humans. No human-written product description is available, limiting search visibility. The AI-assisted description is for reference only.

Suite Hellenique

Berben Edizioni Musicai

Edited by Jeffrey Heisler.  Reprint of the 1982 edition, published by Berben Edizioni Musicali.  Score, 31 p. and part.

Le Grand Tango

Baritone Sax Solo with Piano or Alto Sax

Resolute Music Publications

For alto sax &amp; piano. First printing. A three movement work of advanced difficulty. Movements: Allegro; Interlude and Rondeau a la francaise. Score, 19 p. and part.

Sonata a la maniere de Francis Poulenc

Hirsch Music

Here is a refreshingly original piece for unaccompanied saxophone. Vaclav's Dream is a joyous romp through an imagined Bulgarian-Romani-Klezmer musical world that is rewarding to perform and a delight to hear. Sounds great on soprano, alto, tenor, or baritone saxophone. A Fantastic piece for a solo recital or concert.

Vaclav's Dream

Saxophone Solo Unaccompanied

Alphonse Leduc

Elevate your alto saxophone repertoire with "Pulcinella," a captivating solo piece by the esteemed composer Bozza. Perfect for concert and contest settings, this composition challenges musicians to demonstrate technical prowess and expressive depth, ensuring an engaging performance that captivates audiences and adjudicators alike. A must-have for serious saxophonists. - Note: This music is composed by humans. No human-written product description is available, limiting search visibility. The AI-assisted description is for reference only.

Pulcinella-Alto Sax Solo

� In this work composed in the form of a canon, the saxophonist leads while the pianist tries to overtake him. An exceptional composition for the advancing saxophonist!

Sonatine Sportive-Alto Sax Solo

Dehaske

"Duex Mouvements" by A. Waignein is a stirring concert and contest piece that captures the essence of dynamic musical storytelling. Masterfully composed, it offers ensembles the opportunity to explore expressive contrasts and technical precision. Ideal for developing a refined, spirited performance that engages both players and audiences alike. - Note: This music is composed by humans. No human-written product description is available, limiting search visibility. The AI-assisted description is for reference only.

Duex Mouvements

Composed for the Paris Conservatoire contest, this edition of Concert music by Marius Constant is for Alto Saxophone and Piano and was dedicated to Marcel Mule. Rated difficult, this piece demonstrates all the required skills to brilliantly pass the contest. Concert Music is divided in four distinct movements, each with a different style: I. Toccata - Lento (4/4, tempo 69) II. Aria - Largo (3/4, tempo 50) III. Ostinato - Allegro Molto (12/8, tempo 168) IV. Intermezzo - Allegro moderato (4/4, tempo 144) V. Variazoni - Deciso (5/4, 4/4, 3/4, 4/4, 6/4, tempo minim 80) Marius Constant (1925-2004) was a French composer born in Romania. He composed three operas, an oratorio, seven ballets and many pieces for orchestra. His most famous work is the Twilight Zone theme song.

Musique de Concert

Murphy Music Press

"Divertissement Espagnol" is a vibrant arrangement by Andy Wilds that brings the spirited essence of Spanish entertainment to any concert or contest stage. Ideal for ensembles seeking a dynamic showcase, this piece captivates with its lively rhythms and captivating melodies, promising an unforgettable performance. - Note: This music is composed by humans. No human-written product description is available, limiting search visibility. The AI-assisted description is for reference only.

Divertissement Espagnol

Alto Sax Solo with Piano,with Piano

Oxford University Press

In the First, Spinning Place was inspired by Dylan Thomas's exuberant poem Fern Hill. The first section of the concerto is a light, dancing movement, the second section contains echoes of Welsh hymnody, and the third section is a fast, scherzando finale.

In the First, Spinning Place

Dive into the enchanting world of "Metropolitan Theatrics" by Antonio Sanz Escallon. This dramatic composition for concert and contest showcases a vivid tapestry of musical expressions, masterfully blending intense emotions with theatrical flair. Perfect for ensembles seeking to captivate and elevate their performance repertoire. A true artistic journey! - Note: This music is composed by humans. No human-written product description is available, limiting search visibility. The AI-assisted description is for reference only.

Metropolitan Theatrics

Music Sales Corporation

Unleash the fiery passion of Pedro Iturralde's "Pequena Czarda," a captivating piece perfect for concert and contest settings. This exhilarating composition showcases the saxophone's versatility and expressive range, making it a top choice for advancing musicians eager to demonstrate technical prowess and emotive performance. Elevate your repertoire today! - Note: This music is composed by humans. No human-written product description is available, limiting search visibility. The AI-assisted description is for reference only.

Pequena Czarda

Schott Music Distribution

Suite, consisting of six short pieces for alto saxophone and piano, is a virtuoso work for this duo. I composed my Suite in 2014 in commission of the legendary saxophone virtuoso Mr. Sugawa with whom I played the world premiere in Tokyo in 2014. The pieces are very much inspired by Turkish music, rhythms, dances, folklore ... and composed in modal and sometimes atonal character. - Fazil Say

Suite, Op. 55

Editions Jobert

Elevate your repertoire with this exquisite arrangement of Debussy's "Syrinx," masterfully adapted by Jean-Marie Londeix. Perfect for concert and contest settings, this piece promises to showcase the nuanced expressiveness and technical prowess of performers, delivering a captivating musical experience that resonates with sophistication and depth. - Note: This music is composed by humans. No human-written product description is available, limiting search visibility. The AI-assisted description is for reference only.

Syrinx

Alto Sax Solo Unaccompanied

T.U.X. People's Music

Presented in three movements, Three Portraits of a Woman is as contemplative as it is celebratory! Vadim D. Genin's bold rhythmic writing combines with his signature harmonic flare to create a stunning work for solo alto saxophone and piano.

Three Portraits of a Woman

Maslanka Press

1988 • 32 min. • Alto Saxophone and Piano
 
After thirty-five years, we are proud to present Version 2 of David Maslanka's Sonata for Alto Saxophone and Piano. This edition brings a fresh perspective to a classic masterpiece. With updated notation and beautiful new engraving, this edition offers both visual and practical enhancements for performers. The addition of a thoughtful forward and comprehensive performance guide, crafted by Lawrence University's Steven Jordheim, provides invaluable insights into the work's depth and intricacies.
 
This edition also features carefully considered suggestions in the score, reflecting Jordheim's expertise and dedication to refining Maslanka's vision. Furthermore, performers will benefit from suggested altissimo fingerings provided by Steve and Japanese virtuoso Masato Kumoi, adding clarity and accessibility to the challenging extreme-range passages.
 
Among the array of improvements, one of the most practical enhancements is the introduction of doable page turns in the third movement, addressing a long-standing challenge for performers. This collection of small yet significant changes is designed to enrich the performance experience, ensuring that this edition of Maslanka's Sonata for Alto Saxophone stands as the definitive version for contemporary musicians.---The sonata is in three large movements. The first is lyrical and reflective, with sudden energetic bursts. The song-like and soulful second movement is a broad soliloquy with its roots in the expressive madrigal style of the sixteenth century. The third is a large rondo that is at times fierce, mournful, playful, and turbulent, and at the end, ethereal.
 
 
Find program notes and more information at davidmaslanka.com.

Sonata

Ethos Publications

Similar to this performer-composer's sonatas for soprano, tenor, and baritone saxophones, this alto sonata, cast in three movements, is predominantly modal in its melodic-harmonic character. The expressive slow middle movement is dedicated to the late saxophonist David Bilger. The piece is especially well-suited for the early college or moderately advanced high-school levels. Moderate difficulty; approx. 11-1/2 min. (Year of composition: 2004)

Sonata for Eb Alto Saxophone

Alto Sax Solo

Rubank Inc. Music Pub.

Experience the elegance of the Baroque era with "Sonata No. 5, Op. 3," masterfully arranged by Hervig. This piece, originally composed by Platti, offers a delightful challenge for concert and contest settings, showcasing intricate melodies and sophisticated harmonies that will captivate both performers and audiences alike. - Note: This music is composed by humans. No human-written product description is available, limiting search visibility. The AI-assisted description is for reference only.

Sonata No. 5, Op. 3

Just before I began composing Solace, I had a great set of conversations with the leader of its consortium-commission, Connie Frigo. During our discussions, we talked about how well the saxophone can imitate vocal music, and both expressed interest in a new concerto with a significant lyrical element. Early on, she suggested I read David Whyte's Consolations: The Solace, Nourishment, and Underlying Meaning in Words. Whyte's work meditates on words themselves, illustrating their deeper meaning, often revealing connections between difficult situations and their unexpectedly positive outcomes. Similarly, each movement meditates on a mood and is inspired by either a selection of text or title word from five consolations, picked by either Connie or me. Throughout the concerto, I challenge the soloist to play lyrically in extreme registers (called the "altissimo" register, which is above the typical, written range of the instrument) and while playing virtuosic passages in five unique sound worlds.

Whyte describes joy as the "the sheer intoxicating beauty of the world inhabited as an edge between what we previously thought was us and what we thought was other than us," which is where Joy takes its inspiration. This movement highlights the soloist's ability to play difficult syncopations, made even more challenging by their dissonance with the accented beats in mixed, irregular meters. In Besieged, the music expresses a darker sentiment. Whyte's poem states that "Conscious or unconscious, we are surrounded not only by the vicissitudes of a difficult world but even more by those of our own making." The saxophone is often pitted against or is competing back-and-forth with the wind ensemble, striving and fighting to overcome. The piece ends just after the climax and segues into the third movement, echoing Whyte's sentiment that we must sometimes go through difficult challenges to be aware and grateful of what we have.

The third movement is the heart of the concerto. Whyte states that "gratitude is not necessarily something that is shown after the event; it is the deep a-priori state of attention that shows we understand and are equal to the gifted nature of life." In Gratitude, my goal was to create the most beautiful and lyrical music I could to showcase the gorgeous vocal-like sounds of which the saxophone is capable. I would have been remiss to neglect any noir or jazz-influenced sounds, as the saxophone is oft-associated with the sounds of jazz and blues. Hiding is a scherzo that explores the jazz/funk idiom. Whyte states that Hiding is "creative, necessary and beautifully subversive of outside interference and control ... Hiding is the radical independence necessary for our emergence into the light of a proper human future." This movement is all about groove and its manipulation and the saxophonist, at times, gains a bit of "independence.

Finally, Work is a perpetual-motion technical showpiece. The movement is written in rondo form, which means the "A" part from the beginning returns several times. With every new section, the soloist is presented with a slightly different technical challenge. The inspirational text summates my feeling of writing this concerto and what I imagine the soloist feels as they accomplish this Work: "Work among all its abstracts, is actually intimacy, the place where the self meets the world ... We make what we make, we give a gift, not only through what we make or do, but in the way we feel as we do, and even, in the way others witness us in our feeling and doing, giving to them as they give to us ..."

Solace

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