Towers of Power
Arranger/Composer: Daniel McCarthy
Item Code: 15210
Publisher: C. Alan Publications
Chamber Symphony No. 4
A fantastic feature for the advanced saxophonist. Utilizing three member of the saxophone family in three contrasting movements, Towers of Power spotlights the versatility of the instruments as well as the performer.
Program Notes
Commissioned by Timothy McCallister and The University of Arizona Wind Ensemble, Gregg Hanson, conductor. The three movements of Towers of Power are written for solo soprano, alto, and tenor saxophone, respectively. Each movement is titled after a tune from the funk-horn band, Tower of Power; hence, the title of the work.
Grade Level: 5
Copyright: 2008
Number of Players: 11 + Solo Saxophone
Duration: 15:10
Publisher: C. Alan Publications
Type: With Soloist
Category: Woodwind; Brass; Percussion
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Instrumentation
Flute
Soprano Saxophone
Bb Clarinet
Bass Clarinet
Bassoon
Horn in F
Bb Trumpet
Trombone
Solo Alto Saxophone
Percussion (Suspended Cymbal, Chimes, Shaker, Temple Blocks, Snare Drum, Bongos, Castanets, Tam-Tam, Slapstick)
Timpani/Marimba
Bass