Two Miniatures

Two Miniatures (1896) Viktor Kalinnikov (1870 1927) Saxophone Quartet - variable scoring Two Miniatures by Viktor Kalinnikov, arranged for saxophone quartet variable scoring. Viktor Kalinnikov was a Russian composer whose music was strongly influenced by Russian folksong as well as the music of Tchaikovsky. Most of his music is for the Russian Orthodox Church. His Two Miniatures for String Quartet, the source of this transcription, was written in 1896. The first movement, marked andantino, is a lyrical treatment of a sentimental folk-song like melody. It benefits greatly from a fluid attitude towards the tempo and a very leisurely pace . The second movement, a sprightly allegretto, is the opposite in every way from the first. It is a short, straightforward Russian folk theme with lots of rhythmic drive that moves along at a brisk tempo. This arrangement of Two Miniatures is for saxophone quartet variable scoring. The following parts are included: AATB sax quartet score (alternate parts are not shown in score) Part 1 Alto Sax 1 or Soprano Sax Part 2 Alto Sax 2 or Tenor Sax 2 Part 3 Tenor Sax 1 or Alto Sax 3 Part 4 Baritone Sax, Tenor Sax 3 or Bass Sax So long as parts 1 through 4 are covered, this arrangement may be played with any combination of saxophones. Due to their range, the alternate parts may be somewhat more difficult but overall the two pieces are relatively easy. Intermediate players should have good success.