Saxophone Quartet "Blues" by Gershwin (score): excerpt from “An American in Paris”

By George Gershwin

Enhance your saxophone quartet's musical palette with this masterfully adapted score of George Gershwin's "Blues" from "An American in Paris." Carefully curated by Francesco Leone for intermediate-level performers, this edition faithfully encapsulates the emotional nuances and intricate motifs found in Gershwin's original work.

Contained within this volume is a detailed score crafted specifically for a saxophone ensemble configuration of Eb Alto 1, Eb Alto 2, Bb Tenor, and Eb Baritone. For musicians who seek a more individualized focus, a set of separate parts – inclusive of the Bb Soprano saxophone notation – is available within the same series.

Adding depth to this offering are the comprehensive annotations about both George Gershwin and "An American in Paris." These essential notes span multiple languages, covering English, French, German, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese, Korean, Japanese, and Chinese. Such multilingual insights not only enrich rehearsal preparations but also enhance the actual performance, granting a deeper understanding of Gershwin's musical journey and visionary craftsmanship. This well-informed context allows each musical section to shine with added resonance, facilitating a performance experience that is both intricate and immersive.

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• Language: English
• Publisher: Glissato Edizioni Musicali
• Release date: Sep 21, 2023
• ISBN: 9791222450483

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