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Saxophone Music
Solo Saxophone, unaccompanied Solo Saxophone, unaccompanied A DAY IN THE CITY 7 Vignettes (1986) for solo saxophone (any) by Howard J. Buss. These colorful musical scenes from the city are excellent study and recital pieces. Each movement is given a title which depicts an occurrence which the composer experienced one day in 1982 during a visit to New York City. The movements are Another Sunrise (based upon an early morning excursion to Central Park to witness the rising of the sun over the buildings); Off to a Busy Day (driving in heavy traffic, zigzagging around to avoid "crazy" drivers); The Lost Key Episode (the composer lost his car keys, but the key of the music is lost too); The Waitin' in Line Blues (an actual blues progression during which the performer alternates between playing with a straight tone and a heavy, obnoxious "corny" vibrato to show frustration at being stuck in a slow-moving line); Romantic Interlude (a beautiful, melodious and flowing waltz); Sudden Storm (getting caught up in a raging thunderstorm); and Out on the Town (has a cheerful Latin feel and breaks into swing as it reaches its climax). "Tonal, charming and imaginative! The low purchase price and the incisive approach of a skilled composer make this a piece worth seeking out.- PMEA News (10) Grade IV. B301 $4.95 To order MIDNIGHT OMEN (1992) for solo sax (any) by Howard J. Buss. This inventive and sparkling composition evokes the mystery and enchantment of the night. Based upon an intriguing 12-tone row, Midnight Omen is characterized by quiet, lyrical sections contrasted with intense and energetic passages. The musical effect is analogous to the nocturnal calm when interrupted by "things that go bump in the night." This is a memorable recital feature . (430) Grade V. B325 $4.95 To order Saxophone with one other
instrument IMPROMPTU (1994) for
clarinet (or soprano saxophone) and marimba by Howard
J. Buss is characterized by driving rhythms and ornate melodic lines.
The opening motives in both parts undergo almost continuous development
throughout the work, often giving the music a spontaneous, improvisatory
feel. At times the music has a playful, almost frolicking quality. At
other times mysterious and introspective passages contrast with aggressive,
intense sections to create an atmosphere of moodiness. The lyrical melodies
and interesting timbral contrasts between the instruments, combine with
the tonal scheme of the music to make a sophisticated, yet audience-friendly,
concert work. Two mallet technique is prominent in the marimba part during
the more intricate solo passages and there is some use of three and four
mallets in those sections where chordal writing occurs. It is frequently
performed on recitals by college students and faculty.
A very accessible and enjoyable work. - Percussive Notes.
(6) Grade V. B321 $10.00 To
order MYTHIC QUEST (2000) for flute
and soprano saxophone by Roger C. Vogel. In mythology there are numerous stories of quests. Heroes such as Perseus, Hercules, Theseus, Jason, and others undertook missions of great importance during which they risked their lives, encountered strange creatures, and had many adventures. Mythic Quest seeks to capture the urgency, excitement,, and drama of such an ancient journey. The flute and saxophone, equal partners, pursue each other with animated motives throughout the musical adventure. This exciting work contains three main sections: a fast, vigorous opening gives way to a more relaxed mood before the quest is concluded with a return to an increasingly resolute version of the opening ideas. (10) Grade V. B917 $12.95 To order NOVELLA (1991) for alto
sax and piano by Howard J. Buss
was written for saxophonist Kenneth Fischer. In creating this work the composer was concerned with how diverse emotions interact with one another when they are juxtaposed and intertwined in a musical context. The emotions expressed in the course of the musical dialogue range from lyric tenderness to intense aggression. The dramatic quality of this
music coupled with zesty dance-like sections make this an exciting addition
to any program.(720) Grade V. B329 $8.95 To
order SONATA (1991) for alto
sax and piano by Roger C. Vogel is a highly dramatic composition composed for saxophonist Lawrence Gwozdz. It consists of two movements and is cyclical. Following the energetic introduction to the first movement, the animated main theme is used in various transformations throughout the movement.The beginniing of the second movement features a beautiful, flowing melody that undergoes fascinating development. This is followed by a brisk concluding section during which the exciting principal theme of the first movement recurs in alternation with the lyrical opening theme of the second movement. Sonata was premiered by Lawrence Gwozdz, alto saxophone, and Lois Anderson, piano, at Yale University on June 22, 1992.This is
a solid addition to the saxophone repertoire and is recommended highly.
- The Saxophone Symposium (1030) Grade V. B903 $12.95 To
order Saxophone quartets DREAM VISIONS for saxophone
quartet (soprano, alto, tenor, and baritone) by Scott Jordan
is in two movements that are evocative of nighttime inspired moods.The
Turning Mind is a colorful chaconne that commences with ominous chords
and builds to a brisk climax. Disquietude is up-tempo, fiercely
rhythmic, and maintains a state of excitement and suspense throughout.
(745) Grade V. B760 $18.50 To
order DRY BONES, the well-known African American spiritual (the foot bone's connected to the leg bone, the leg bone's connected to the...), arranged for saxophone quartet (soprano, alto, tenor, and baritone) by Howard Buss, makes a memorable concert feature as well as a rousing musical offering in church. Multiple players may be used on each part to expand the ensemble. This arrangement is hugely influenced by jazz. The composer wrote an extended two-part introduction which begins hymn-like, and then breaks out in a jubilant jazzy section. This is followed by a more traditional rendering of the spiritual; however, as the music reaches its climax, the jazz "licks" from the introduction are brought back as counterpoint against the main melody of the spiritual. The result is exhilarating, and for a bit of humor, just as the work ends, there is a "tongue-in-cheek" plagal cadence. (230) Grade IV. B1019 $8.95 To order ONCE MORE (1996) for saxophone
quartet (soprano, alto, tenor, and baritone) by Lee Heritage.
This attractive composition is cast in two main sections. The first presents
the primary espressivo melody accompanied by accented chords, a duet between
the tenor and baritone saxophone, and a rhythmically animated passage.
The second section gathers momentum as a web of espressivo lines lead
to the climax of the work. The quiet conclusion is stated in a pair of brief coda-sections, played "As a whisper." (5) Grade IV. B723 $10.00 To
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music IN DARKNESS (1989) for
high voice (soprano or tenor), alto saxophone, and piano by
Roger C. Vogel. In Sophocles tragedy Oidipous Tyrannos the
protagonist was separated from his parents at birth. He unwittingly fulfilled
a prophesy by killing his father in a quarrel and then marrying his mother
when he became king of Thebes. In Darkness is a narrative of the
events that took place after the incestuous marriage became known.The
text for this musical work was translated and adapted by Timothy Gantz.
Although the melodic and harmonic language of this composition is modern,
it incorporates some of the flavor of the ancient Grecian melody by deriving
important motivic material from the ancient Dorian scale as it was sung
in the chromatic genus. Recorded on the OASIS CD
Love Letters (ORCV4000), available
from Brixton Publications CD-109. This powerful and engaging composition
makes a memorable concert feature. (1630) Grade V. B902
$18.50 To order NIGHT WINDS (1994) for
flute, clarinet, oboe, bassoon, French horn and alto sax by
Roger Vogel. This highly dramatic work is suggestive of the dark and somber
quality of the themes and textures used throughout. The alto saxophone
has been added to the traditional wind quintet and is treated as an integral
member of the group. This composition is cyclic in form and is cast in
a multi-sectional single movement: there are three slow sections that
alternate with two faster ones. Night Winds was completed in 1994
and is dedicated to the musicians that premiered it: by Ronald Waln, flute;
Dwight Manning, oboe; Theodore Jahn, clarinet; Jean Martin horn; William
Davis, bassoon; and Ken Fischer, alto saxophone. (1230) Grade
V. B904 $28.50 To order TRIBUTE TO KEROUAC for clarinet, tenor sax, piano,
and string bass by David Alpher was inspired
by the work, life, and times of Jack Kerouac, King of the Beat Generation.
Cast in seven entertaining movements, this significant composition is
hugely influenced by jazz. In the preface to the score the composer writes: "Kerouac demonstrated the epic contradiction of America: on the one hand its wild energy, joy of life, and expansiveness; on the other, its tendency to self-destruct. Tribute to Kerouac is my musical response to, and commemoration of, this important American writer who liked to describe himself as a 'jazz.poet.'" This significant work is recorded on Ongaku Records CD#024-112. (17)
Grade V. B110 $32.00 To
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