Saxophone

Cast in three movements, David Gillingham's Alto Saxophone Sonata is a tour-de-force that showcases the versatility of the instrument of both the saxophone and piano. It was premiered at the World Saxophone Congress in Japan...

This unique tour-de-force for woodwind trio sparkles with fast swing, sultry adagio and blazing fusion. Gillingham's grasp on motivic transformation is unparalleled.Genre: Trio for Flute, B-flat Clarinet & Alto Saxophone...

Although challenging, Apokrypha is a very rewarding enterprise for the performers, showcasing the collaboration of saxophone and percussion, whose musical possibilities are truly endless.Genre: Duet for Soprano Saxophone...

Inspired by the image of a wild-looking cockatoo rising, phoenix-like, from the bell of a saxophone, this 3-movement work for alto sax and marimba perfectly captures the diverse personalities of such a creature.Genre: Duet...

In this piece for mixed chamber ensemble, McCarthy explores the duality of his two passions outside of music - Korean Martial Arts and cruising around in vintage Cadillacs.Genre: Chamber Ensemble | # of Players: 6 Level:...

Extracted from Sonata for Alto Saxophone, Piano, and Tape, the first movement for soprano saxophone and piano stands very well on its own.Genre: Duet for Saxophone & Piano | # of Players: 2 Level: Medium Difficult |...

The idea for Burn simply came from the title and the myriad of ways a fire can burn. What results is a perpetual motion tour-de-force work for both players that takes listeners on a journey...Spark | Ignite | Dance | Scorch...

A relaxed bluesy movement is followed by a quick perpetual motion study. Thought he marimba starts out with a more accompaniment role, it quickly takes its place next to the saxophone for the second movement. Genre: Duet for...

I. Adagio - Allegretto II. Andante - Sentito III. Rondo CapriceGenre: Trio for Violin, B-flat Clarinet & Marimba | # of Players: 3 Level: Medium | Duration: 9:30 InstrumentationViolin (or Alto Saxophone) Clarinet Marimba...

Opening with a dark and somber set of variations, Double Image exploits the four instruments of the saxophone family. Beautiful, lyrical melodies glide through the second movement as the saxes begin their interplay. The...

Elegy for Alto Saxophone & Wind Orchestra is a warm, melodic work of compelling expression. After an opening of gentle introspection, an ostinato in the piano unfolds which will proceed to dominate the ensuing texture of...

Fusion Suite leans toward the jazz side, inspired by the sound of a jazz-rock fusion band playing outdoors on a warm August night. The three movements evoke the energy of the band, the warmth of the evening, and the...

Written for the Chicago Saxophone Quartet, HipHocket is a set of five etudes that focus on interwoven rhythms across the ensemble. One player starts a thought and another finishes.Genre: Saxophone Quartet | # of Players: 4...

Set in two movements – Hocket-ish and Tandem – Interactions for Baritone Saxophone & Percussion is a tour-de-force for both players and a delight for audiences, both visually and aurally.Genre: Duet for...

Set in three movements with piano, Steel Blue uses soprano saxophone, while Chrome and Forest Green use alto. Challenges range and dexterity. A blast to play, gritty and gorgeous, Michigama Suite is a mix of passionate...

In Moral Compass, Metzger conveys Twain’s time-honored and meaningful text in a new light, blending jazz and classical styles. Throughout every movement of the piece, the saxophone and voice are woven together to...