Quartets

  • The Eventual Arrival of the Queen of Sheba

    SKU: SM-S179E
    £10.95

    G F Handel ~ arranged by Melanie Thorne
    This is an arrangement of the famous ‘Entrance of the Queen of Sheba’ from Solomon.  It is not always faithful to the original as it is not just a transcription and has been slightly shortened to make it playable for wind instruments.  The 4th part also gives the work a sense of direction through the varying bass line, and provides interest, rather than just harmonic support, for the baritone player. (Grade 7-8)
    [SATB]

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  • The Teddy Bears’ Picnic

    SKU: SM-S189E
    £10.95

    John W Bratton ~ arranged by Melanie Thorne

    The melody of the original work by John W Bratton, was composed in 1907.  The lively, original two step style lends itself well to an arrangement for Saxophone quartet.  Needless to say, Sempre has included some individuality in this arrangement, with melodic interest in all parts, a brief swing-style section, and a fast finale to complete the work. (Grade 6-8)
    [SATB Saxs]

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  • The Teddy Bears’ Picnic

    SKU: SM-S190E
    £10.95

    John W Bratton ~ arranged by Melanie Thorne

    The melody of the original work by John W Bratton, was composed in 1907.  The lively, original two step style lends itself well to an arrangement for Saxophone quartet.  Needless to say, Sempre has included some individuality in this arrangement, with melodic interest in all parts, a brief swing-style section, and a fast finale to complete the work. (Grade 6-8)
    [AAAT]

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  • Toccata in G, BWV 916 1st Movt

    SKU: SM-S176E
    £10.95

    J.S. Bach ~ arranged by Melanie Thorne

    Unlike the other keyboard Toccatas, BWV 916 is clearly in 3 movements and the first movement is an ideal opener for concerts.  It alternates ritornello and tutti sections, and this arrangement (not totally a transcription) works well for the saxophone ensemble.  Although there are some passages that are not identical to the original, the harmonic profile of the original has been retained. (Grade 6-8) [SATB]

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