Baritone Saxophone Duet Baritone Saxophone - Level 1 - Digital Download
SKU: A0.1413965
Composed by Alcock. Arranged by Phil Beaman. Classical,Instructional,Standards. 2 scores. 3 pages. Phil Beaman #995732. Published by Phil Beaman (A0.1413965).
A Siciliano is based on a graceful rustic dance of Sicily, and is considered a type of Pastorale. Â The Siciliano style always has dotted rhythms. Â It is normally in compound time, but I have changed it here to make it more accessible for beginners. Â
This arrangement is based on the opening theme from Voluntary II for Organ by John Alcock, Jr. Â Mr. Alcock was an organist from the Classical Period and this piece is a great example of the Classical characteristics with a lyrical melody of light elegance.
The two parts, which each stay within the range of 1 octave, are equally balanced, playing in parallel thirds much of the time, and the rest of the time playing off of each other in tight ensemble work. Â
This makes a great recital piece to develop your melodic tone and showcase the melodies of the Classical Period. Â
(1 page score, 1 page @ part, with repeats - 2 1/2 minutes).