Content
- A La Parisienne
Prüfungsliteratur
for | Alto saxophone, piano |
Musical Editions | Book |
Item no. | 240274 |
Author / Composer | Pierre-Max Dubois |
Language | french |
Scope | 7 pages |
Publisher / Producer | Alphonse Leduc Éditions Musicales |
Producer No. | AL23065 |
ISMN | 9790046230653 |
French composer, Pierre Max Dubois (1930-1995) significantly contributed to the woodwind repertoire, particularly for Saxophone. Characteristic Pieces in the Form of a Suite for Alto Saxophone and Piano was published in 1962 andremains popular in the advanced saxophonist's repertoire. Dubois' music is characteristically light-hearted with unusual harmonic and melodic textures. The last movement of Characteristic Pieces in the Form of a Suite for AltoSaxophone and Piano, To the Parisian Woman reflects Dubois' compositional characteristics as well as elements of French characteristics, and a typical performance lasts about three and a half minutes. Characteristic Pieces in theForm of a Suite is essential to the advanced saxophonist's repertoire. Dubois' most famous work makes for an exciting and enjoyable performance for players and audiences alike.