Alto Saxophone,Tenor Saxophone - Level 3 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.1201749

By Barry Manilow. By Barry Manilow, Bruce Sussman, and Charles Albertine. Arranged by P. R. Frederick. Film/TV,Jazz,Pop. Saxophone Duet. 7 pages. P. R. Frederick #800366. Published by P. R. Frederick (A0.1201749).

Thjis is the hard swingin' theme from the TV show American Bandstand.  A vocal version was once recorded by Barry Manilow. This arrangement can be played by two like saxophones. (Alto & Alto or Tenor & Tenor). A score and separate parts are included.

Alto Saxophone,Tenor Saxophone - Level 2 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.1486171

Composed by George and Ira Gershwin. Arranged by P. R. Frederick. Film/TV,Pop,Standards. Saxophone Duet. 3 pages. P. R. Frederick #1063228. Published by P. R. Frederick (A0.1486171).

This song was initially conceived as an upbeat, jazzy number but evolved into a slower ballad style that became the standard in subsequent recordings. The definitive slow version was popularized by artists such as Lee Wiley in 1939 and Frank Sinatra, who recorded it multiple times, including for his album The Voice of Frank Sinatra in 1946 and again for the film Young At Heart in 1954.

Notable Recordings

Over the years, Someone to Watch Over Me has been covered by a wide range of artists, solidifying its status as a jazz standard. Some notable recordings include:

Ella Fitzgerald (1950, 1959)
Sarah Vaughan (1957)
Barbra Streisand (1965)
Ray Charles (1969)
Amy Winehouse (2008)
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The song's themes of longing and vulnerability resonate deeply, often interpreted as a love song despite its original context. Its use in various films, including Mr. Holland's Opus (1995), has further cemented its place in popular culture.


Overall, Someone to Watch Over Me remains a beloved piece in the American songbook, celebrated for its emotional depth and the beautiful melodies crafted by the Gershwin brothers.


Here is a beautiful duet arrangement for like saxophones. A score and separate parts are provided.