"Yakety Sax" for tenor sax is a notoriously fast, challenging, and iconic comedy tune, famous as the Benny Hill Show theme, requiring rapid staccato, note bends, swooping glissandos (using the larynx/air for a smeary sound), and sometimes reaching high altissimo notes, all characterized by a playful, "G blues" feel with quick, technical runs that demand agility and precise articulation for its signature high-energy sound
The Breeze-Easy Series features instrumental methods for individual and group instruction, created by experienced teachers John Kinyon and Valentine Anzalone. It is designed to produce the best musicianship in the greatest number of students in limited teaching situations.
Eb Baritone Saxophone. Essential Elements was the major breakthrough for beginning band methods in the '90s. Now Essential Elements 2000 will take band programs into the next millennium! EE2000 features
Essential Elements for Band offers beginning students sound pedagogy and engaging music, all carefully paced to successfully start young players on their musical journey. EE features both familiar songs and specially designed exercises, created and arranged for the classroom in a unison-learning environment, as well as instrument-specific exercises to focus each student on the unique characteristics of their own instrument. EE provides both teachers and students with a wealth of materials to develop total musicianship, even at the beginning stages.
Eb Alto Saxophone. A TECHNIQUE BUILDING program for any band · Also for INDIVIDUAL STUDY or small groups · BOOK 3 of the Essential Elements 2000 beginning band system - FEATURES: KEY CENTERED SYSTEM · 9 Major and Related Minor Keys · Scales, Etudes, Short Chorales, and Music Technique Exercises - INDIVIDUAL INSTRUMENT STUDIES · For EVERY instrument, demonstrated by a professional soloist · CD in each student book · Includes accompaniments on real instruments, not synthesized - SPECIAL STUDIES SECTION · Reading Skill Builders, Rhythm Pages, Jazz Style and Improvisation, Full Chorales, Rubank Scales and Arpeggios - all included on CD - INTEGRATED HISTORY, THEORY ANDCREATIVITY · Exceeds the National Standards for Arts Education - MORE GREAT MUSIC · A wide variety: Classical, World, Folk and more.
Essential Elements for Band offers beginning students sound pedagogy and engaging music, all carefully paced to successfully start young players on their musical journey. EE features both familiar songs and specially designed exercises, created and arranged for the classroom in a unison-learning environment, as well as instrument-specific exercises to focus each student on the unique characteristics of their own instrument. EE provides both teachers and students with a wealth of materials to develop total musicianship, even at the beginning stages. Books 1 and 2 also include access to Essential Elements Interactive (EEi), the ultimate online music education resource - anywhere, anytime, and on any device. Go to essentialelementsinteractive.com to learn more!
Essential Elements for Band offers beginning students sound pedagogy and engaging music, all carefully paced to successfully start young players on their musical journey. EE features both familiar songs and specially designed exercises, created and arranged for the classroom in a unison-learning environment, as well as instrument-specific exercises to focus each student on the unique characteristics of their own instrument. EE provides both teachers and students with a wealth of materials to develop total musicianship, even at the beginning stages. Essential Elements now includes Essential Elements Interactive (EEi), the ultimate online music education resource. EEi introduces the first-ever, easy set of technology tools for online teaching, learning, assessment, and communication... ideal for teaching today's beginning band and string students, both in the classroom and at home. For more information
This book contains valuable practice material for candidates preparing for ABRSM's Saxophone exams at Grades 6-8. It features sample sight-reading tests for the new requirements from 2018, written in attractive and approachable styles.
Music Medals Copper Saxophone Ensemble Pieces, Music Medals Ensemble Pieces are five volumes of enjoyable and accessible repertoire for the developing ensemble. Progressively graded--Copper, Bronze, S
A Miscellany for Saxophone Book 1, 7 easy pieces, for solo saxophone, saxophone with piano, and saxophone duets (which may be played as solos). Parts for both E-flat and B-flat saxophones are included.
These six little pieces by Andrew Jackman, can be used by fairly inexperienced players. Each piece has been cleverly designed to suit soprano, alto, tenor, or baritone. Andrew Jackman is well known for his popular arrangementsand original compositions.
The volumes in this series provide much practice material for candidates preparing for the Associated Board examinations. The tests in each grade have been carefully written to explore as fully as possible the parameters of of grades 6-8.
Discover how to play in a rock band with this Berklee Practice Method book/CD pack! Lessons throughout the book guide you through technique that is specific to playing the saxophone in a contemporary ensemble. You'll learn: melody and improvisation, phrasing, articulations, breathing, chords, scales, theory, comping, reading, interpreting lead sheets, and much more. Daily practice routines are designed for practicing by yourself, or with other musicians. The accompanying CD features outstanding Berklee players and covers a variety of styles, including rock, funk, jazz, blues, swing and bossa nova.
Books of solos which expand for flexible, group music-making! Now available for brass, strings and woodwind! Session Time is ideal for many musical situations - solos, individual and group teaching, school concerts, or just friends making music at home. Solos or ensembles - the choice is yours! Instrumentation: Alto saxophone (flexible woodwind ensemble) and piano ad libitum
Time Pieces is an exciting series of repertoire which explores the wealth of music written from the thirteenth century to the present day. The pieces are presented chronologically within each volume and all include the year in which they were written too, so you can map your journey through time! Time Pieces for E flat Saxophone is a two-volume anthology providing a graded selection of well-crafted and idiomatic arrangements for saxophone and piano, Grades 1 to 5. All of them have been carefully written by Ian Denley to practise the note ranges and keys of the early grades while providing straightforward piano accompaniments for the teacher to play. From Dowland to Vaughan Williams and from Lully to Weill, Time Pieces for E flat Saxophone allows the pupil to get a real feel for the different styles of music through time and will provide an invaluable, varied source of further study and recital repertoire.
80 Graded Studies for Saxophone, selected and edited by John Davies and Paul Harris for both Alto and Tenor Saxophones, brings together in two books a broad selection of 18th and 19th century repertory, with studies by Arban, Baermenn, Blatt, Brod and others. Also included are a number of specially composed studies by Paul Harris. These introduce aspects of 20th-century style and considerably extend the scope of the selection. The studies are arranged in order of increasing difficulty, according to a carefully planned technical progression.
Amazing Solos are amazingly wide-ranging selections of easy pieces. From Bach to Bernstein, a great variety of musical styles is included - folk melodies from England and Peru, baroque and classical 'lollipos', jazz and modern classics. A unique collection of exciting and varied music for the early grades. 52 pages.
Book 2 includes: · CD with great play-along tracks (Exercises 1-55 and the Individual Studies, pp. 38-41) · Book 1 review section · Rhythm Raps · Daily Warm-ups · Theory · History · Multicultural Music · Creativity and Assessment · Sight-reading and Improvisation · Etudes created specifically for each instrument, demonstrated by a professional soloist · Rubank Studies and Solo - designed for each instrument from the very best of student etude and solo literature · 12 full band arrangements, including a planned concert Authors: Tim Lautzenheiser, John Higgins, Charles Menghini, Paul Lavender, Tom C. Rhodes, Don Bierschenk
This combined book of scales, arpeggios and sight-reading contains valuable practice material for candidates preparing for ABRSM's Saxophone exams at Grades 1-5.
Trinity Musical Moments Alto Saxophone Book 1: 16 pieces for Alto Saxophone and Piano including new compositions by Andy Hampton Malcolm Miles James Rae Karen Street and Sarah Watts and newly commissioned arrangements. Carefully selected to ensure technical difficulty is stepped progressively from beginner at Book 1 to intermediate standard at Book 5 this series of books encourages exploration of a wide range of musical genres at each level.
Trinity Musical Moments Tenor Saxophone Book 1: 16 pieces for Tenor Saxophone and Piano including new compositions by Andy Hampton Malcolm Miles James Rae Karen Street and Sarah Watts and newly commissioned arrangements. Carefully selected to ensure technical difficulty is stepped progressively from beginner at Book 1 to intermediate standard at Book 5 this series of books encourages exploration of a wide range of musical genres at each level.
Trinity Musical Moments Tenor Saxophone Book 3: 12 pieces for Tenor Saxophone and Piano including new compositions by Rob Buckland Chris Gumbley Mike Mower Andy Scott Karen Street and Jeffery Wilson and newly commissioned arrangements. Carefully selected to ensure technical difficulty is stepped progressively from beginner at Book 1 to intermediate standard at Book 5 this series of books encourages exploration of a wide range of musical genres at each level.
Trinity Musical Moments Alto Saxophone Book 2: 12 pieces for Alto Saxophone and Piano including new compositions by Alan Bullard Andy Hampton Chris Gumbley Karen Street Tim Watts and Jeffery Wilson and newly commissioned arrangements. Carefully selected to ensure technical difficulty is stepped progressively from beginner at Book 1 to intermediate standard at Book 5 this series of books encourages exploration of a wide range of musical genres at each level.
This book is perfect for those looking for something to bridge the gap between exams.
Pam Wedgwood's inimitable, style is guaranteed to breathe new life into your playing - the varied pieces in this bright new collection range from toe-tapping jazzy numbers to more classical styles, all designed to ease you gently on towards the next grade.
So lighten up and move on with Up-Grade!
Trinity Musical Moments Tenor Saxophone Book 4: 12 pieces for Tenor Saxophone and Piano including new compositions by Christopher Gunning Andy Scott Karen Street and Rob Buckland and newly commissioned arrangements. Carefully selected to ensure technical difficulty is stepped progressively from beginner at Book 1 to intermediate standard at Book 5 this series of books encourages exploration of a wide range of musical genres at each level.
Trinity Mosaics for Saxophone Book 1: 65 solo pieces by Mike Mower and James Rae. This collection of pieces for the saxophone has been compiled to provide each aspiring performer with an entertaining varied and challenging selection of graded pieces. Each piece is intended to stand on its own as a short concert piece and the more advanced pieces are suitable for inclusion in the solo performance sections of GCSE A Level and International Baccalaureate music examinations.
Includes a combination of selected exam pieces, scales and arpeggios, sight-reading and audio downloads, to support ABRSM’s Grade 1 Saxophone syllabus from 2022.
Trinity Musical Moments Alto Saxophone Book 4: 12 pieces for Alto Saxophone and Piano including new compositions by Christopher Gunning Andy Scott Karen Street and Rob Buckland and newly commissioned arrangements. Carefully selected to ensure technical difficulty is stepped progressively from beginner at Book 1 to intermediate standard at Book 5 this series of books encourages exploration of a wide range of musical genres at each level.
Trinity Musical Moments Tenor Saxophone Book 5: 12 pieces for Tenor Saxophone and Piano including new compositions by Rob Buckland Andy Firth Malcolm Miles Andy Panayi and Andy Scott and newly commissioned arrangements. Carefully selected to ensure technical difficulty is stepped progressively from beginner at Book 1 to intermediate standard at Book 5 this series of books encourages exploration of a wide range of musical genres at each level.
Trinity Musical Moments Alto Saxophone Book 3: 12 pieces for Alto Saxophone and Piano including new compositions by Rob Buckland Chris Gumbley Mike Mower Andy Scott Karen Street and Jeffery Wilson and newly commissioned arrangements. Carefully selected to ensure technical difficulty is stepped progressively from beginner at Book 1 to intermediate standard at Book 5 this series of books encourages exploration of a wide range of musical genres at each level.
Trinity Musical Moments Alto Saxophone Book 5: 12 pieces for Alto Saxophone and Piano including new compositions by Rob Buckland Andy Firth Malcolm Miles Andy Panayi and Andy Scott and newly commissioned arrangements. Carefully selected to ensure technical difficulty is stepped progressively from beginner at Book 1 to intermediate standard at Book 5 this series of books encourages exploration of a wide range of musical genres at each level.
Trinity Mosaics for Saxophone Book 2: 42 solo pieces by Mike Mower and James Rae. This collection of pieces for the saxophone has been compiled to provide each aspiring performer with an entertaining varied and challenging selection of graded pieces. Each piece is intended to stand on its own as a short concert piece and the more advanced pieces are suitable for inclusion in the solo performance sections of GCSE A Level and International Baccalaureate music examinations.
Includes a combination of selected exam pieces, scales and arpeggios, sight-reading and audio downloads, to support ABRSM’s Grade 2 Saxophone syllabus from 2022.
An inspiring collection of pieces in diverse styles to stretch and improve your technique. Selected and arranged by Howard Harrison. From the creator of Amazing Solos, a collection of enjoyable studies for the intermediate player. 76 pieces for unaccompanied saxophone ranging from medieval dances and Chinese traditional music to baroque gigues and jazz solos. Each piece is carefully selected to develop a specific aspect of technique, with helpful hints and tips to improve your performance. Instrumentation : alto saxophone
Saxophone Basics is a landmark method by one of the leading figures in saxophone education. It starts at absolute beginner level and progresses to about elementary level (Grade 2).
There are 22 stages, each section includes a wonderful variety of concert pieces from the great composers, traditional tunes and fun, original exercises, 'finger gyms' and 'warm ups' to help establish a sound technique, 'fact files' and 'quizzes' to teach notation and general musicianship, helpful, clear 'fingering charts' and 'rhythm boxes' and great illustrations.
"12 Modern Etudes" Soprano, Alto or Tenor Saxophone James Rae Universal Edition 3 23 For the more advanced player and offering a variety of studies in conemporary styles. English and German sheet music - Ignition - Triplet Prelude - Again And Again - Staccato Prelude - Point To Point - Tabasco - If Only... - Neat! - Free Spirit - Cascades - Nightfall - Grand Etude
Includes a combination of selected exam pieces, scales and arpeggios, sight-reading and audio downloads, to support ABRSM’s Grade 3 Saxophone syllabus from 2022.
Includes a combination of selected exam pieces, scales and arpeggios, sight-reading and audio downloads, to support ABRSM’s Grade 4 Saxophone syllabus from 2022.
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Designed for the more experienced player, Workout is an exciting single-movement work contrasting sections of sonorous drama with lively elements of jazz, giving both players the opportunity to show off their skills. Also available for Alto Sax and Piano
Includes a combination of selected exam pieces, scales and arpeggios, sight-reading and audio downloads, to support ABRSM’s Grade 5 Saxophone syllabus from 2022.
ABRSM Grade 1: Selected from the syllabus from 2026. Saxophone Part & Piano Accompaniments
Nine pieces in a range of styles, from Lists A, B and C of the syllabus - A mix of classic repertoire and newly commissioned pieces and arrangements -Saxophone part and piano accompaniments for Eb and Bb instruments. Recordings of the nine pieces in this book, plus accompaniment-only tracks, are available on all major streaming and download services.
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This album provides new repertoire for saxophonists, (soprano, alto or tenor) in a wide selection of pieces. Suitable for competent players. Includes score and part.
This Exam Pack is the ideal resource to help you prepare for your exam. What’s inside: Nine pieces in a range of styles, from Lists A, B and C of the syllabus - A mix of classic repertoire and newly commissioned pieces and arrangements -Saxophone part and piano accompaniments for Eb and Bb instruments -Scales and arpeggios, and sample sight-reading tests. Recordings of the nine pieces in this book, plus accompaniment-only tracks, are available on all major streaming and download services.
ABRSM Grade 2: Selected from the syllabus from 2026. Saxophone Part & Piano Accompaniments
Nine pieces in a range of styles, from Lists A, B and C of the syllabus - A mix of classic repertoire and newly commissioned pieces and arrangements -Saxophone part and piano accompaniments for Eb and Bb instruments. Recordings of the nine pieces in this book, plus accompaniment-only tracks, are available on all major streaming and download services.
This Exam Pack is the ideal resource to help you prepare for your exam. What’s inside: Nine pieces in a range of styles, from Lists A, B and C of the syllabus - A mix of classic repertoire and newly commissioned pieces and arrangements -Saxophone part and piano accompaniments for Eb and Bb instruments -Scales and arpeggios, and sample sight-reading tests. Recordings of the nine pieces in this book, plus accompaniment-only tracks, are available on all major streaming and download services.
This Exam Pack is the ideal resource to help you prepare for your exam. What’s inside: Nine pieces in a range of styles, from Lists A, B and C of the syllabus - A mix of classic repertoire and newly commissioned pieces and arrangements -Saxophone part and piano accompaniments for Eb and Bb instruments -Scales and arpeggios, and sample sight-reading tests. Recordings of the nine pieces in this book, plus accompaniment-only tracks, are available on all major streaming and download services.
This Exam Pack is the ideal resource to help you prepare for your exam. What’s inside: Nine pieces in a range of styles, from Lists A, B and C of the syllabus - A mix of classic repertoire and newly commissioned pieces and arrangements -Saxophone part and piano accompaniments for Eb and Bb instruments -Scales and arpeggios, and sample sight-reading tests. Recordings of the nine pieces in this book, plus accompaniment-only tracks, are available on all major streaming and download services.
This Exam Pack is the ideal resource to help you prepare for your exam. What’s inside: Nine pieces in a range of styles, from Lists A, B and C of the syllabus - A mix of classic repertoire and newly commissioned pieces and arrangements -Saxophone part and piano accompaniments for Eb and Bb instruments -Scales and arpeggios, and sample sight-reading tests. Recordings of the nine pieces in this book, plus accompaniment-only tracks, are available on all major streaming and download services.
In 1846, two months before Gabriel Faure was about to celebrate his first birthday, the Belgian instrument maker Adolphe Sax took out a patent on his new musical hybrid, the Saxophone. This was no more than an interesting chronological coincidence. However, the works which Faure went on to compose were to contain some of the most beautiful and expressive melodic material ever written, material which lends itself so well to transcription for saxophone. During much of Faure's life, the saxophone was in its infancy and very few composers were inspired to write original material for the instrument. Had it been more established, I am sure that the saxophone would have featured greatly in the works of such composers as Faure, as it is one of the most expressive musical instruments ever to be invented.
This album has been compiled and arranged with the prime intention of providing saxophonists with the opportunity of playing a wide variety of music by Debussy. The pieces chosen are of moderate difficulty satisfying the needs of both student and professional alike. They also help to bridge the "repertoire gap" between the very elementary and the very advanced, as most of the material available for saxophone today seems to fall into these categories. These pieces are musically very satisfying as the style of Debussy lends itself so well to the saxophone.