Razdraz is a fast, showy duet for alto saxophone and 4-1/2 octave marimba in which both performers play equal roles. Close interval sticking is required, as well as independent rolls. The saxophone uses the unique technique of a tongue slap, for a popping…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
Daniel McCarthy
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Alto Saxophone Feature
Cast in one movement, Sapphire is a virtuosic concert work for alto saxophone and band that is appealing to all audiences. It begins with a fast opening followed by a meditative ballad. The dramatic finale is a lively salsa culminating…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Catherine McMichael
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Cast in one movement, this virtuosic concert work for alto saxophone and band is appealing to all audiences. Sapphire begins with a fast opening followed by a meditative ballad. The dramatic finale is a lively salsa culminating in a noisy, celebratory climax.…
Style:
Woodwind
Composer:
Catherine McMichael
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Sentinel juxtaposes the celebratory fanfare commonly found in patriotic music. The intense music tells a story of unwavering focus and forward motion, all while paying tribute to these Unknown Soldiers and their forthcoming Sentinels today and into the future…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
Mat Campbell
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
for saxophone quartet
Written for the J4 Saxophone Quartet, Seven Bagatelles essentally reflect the traditional light character typically associated with traditional bagatelles with the exception of the third movement. Each movement is also indicative of a…
Style:
Woodwind
Composer:
David R. Gillingham
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Sign of the Times is a quick swing tune that originated from Tom Morgan's "Jazz Drummer's Reading Workbook." All of the combo parts are available here so that the drummer can now play with live players instead of just a recording.
Grade Level: 3 Copyright:…
Style:
Solo Works
Composer:
Tom Morgan
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Alto Saxophone Feature
Using traditional percussion instruments, Parker creates a dialogue between the soloist and percussion ensemble that allows each to enjoy its own identity while achieving the kind of musical sensitivity known only to a rare number of…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
Philip Parker
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
SoundMass is a concert-style piece for jazz orchestra exploring traditional and non-traditional harmonies for jazz orchestra.
Grade Level: 4 Copyright: 2001 Number of Players: 22 Duration: 10:00 Publisher: C. Alan Publications Category: Percussion; Woodwind;…
Style:
Percussion, Woodwind, Brass
Composer:
Daniel McCarthy
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Based on the poetry of StoryPeople creator Brian Andreas, Strange Dreams illustrates each of four unique stories - Unheard Music, Ballerina Mom, Mermaid Song, & Pools of Light - with their own individually unique character.Program NotesBased on the poetry…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
Nathan Daughtrey
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
A bright, spirited movement resulting in charming melodic twists and turns leads into a sultry, sensuous dance followed by a mysterious,nocturnal dance which moves in an atmosphere of cool lyricism. The ending is quiet and serene. Program Suite Concertante on…
Style:
Woodwind
Composer:
Luigi Zaninelli
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications