In the Bleak Midwinter (sax quartet + piano)

This haunting arrangement of Gustav Holst’s classic Christmas carol sets the melody to lush extensions of his original harmonies. Appropriate for both concert and church settings, players will enjoy the individually interesting parts as well as the challenges of seamless transition and intonation.

Genre: Saxophone Quartet + Piano | # of Players: 5
Series: The Yuletide Series
Level: Intermediate | Duration: 3:30

Instrumentation
Soprano Saxophone
Alto Saxophone
Tenor Saxophone
Baritone Saxophone
Piano

Program Notes
This mesmerizing arrangement of Gustav Holst’s classic Christmas carol sets the melody to lush extensions of his original harmonies. Moving diatonic lines weave between the saxophones as they exchange the melody, with the piano also taking a haunting pass as a solo statement. Players will enjoy the individually interesting parts as well as the challenges of seamless transition and intonation.