Large Ensemble Alto Saxophone,B-Flat Bass Saxophone,Baritone Saxophone,Contrabassoon,Piccolo,Soprano Saxophone,Tenor Saxophone - Digital Download

SKU: A0.1130065

By Richard Byrnes. By Claude Debussy. Arranged by Richard Byrnes. Romantic Period. Score and parts. 61 pages. Richard Byrnes #730445. Published by Richard Byrnes (A0.1130065).

Composed in 1890, “Valse Romantique� is originally a waltz for solo piano.

As with so many of his works, Debussy has drawn on his ability as a melodist to create another delightfully beautiful piece.

This arrangement by Richard Byrnes is for 2 Piccolos, 3 Soprano Saxes, 2 Alto Saxes, 2 Tenor Saxes, Baritone Sax, Bass Sax & Contrabassoon.

In addition to works by Debussy, we offer works by J.S. Bach, Brahms, Fauré, Glinka, Gottschalk, Granados, Griffes, Lotti, Mozart, Ravel, Richard Strauss, and Turina.

Woodwind Ensemble Alto Saxophone,Baritone Saxophone,Bass Saxophone,Flute,Piccolo,Soprano Saxophone,Tenor Saxophone - Digital Download

SKU: A0.830752

Composed by Louis Moreau Gottschalk. Arranged by Richard Byrnes. Contemporary. 66 pages. Richard Byrnes #4967057. Published by Richard Byrnes (A0.830752).

Now Orleans’s born Louis Moreau Gottschalk was an acclaimed 19th century pianist and composer. A pasquinade is a satire or lampoon. It was composed in Rio de Janeiro in 1869 and published in 1870.

The arrangement is for (Picc,Fl,3SSx,3ASx,TSx,BiSx, BsSx).

This piece would create a delightful addition to an ensemble concert, especially as a flute and piccolo feature.

In addition to the Pasquinade by Gottschalk, we offer  works by J.S. Bach, Debussy, Fauré, Glinka, Granados, Lotti, Mozart, Ravel, Richard Strauss, and Turina.

Woodwind Ensemble Alto Saxophone,Baritone Saxophone,Bass Saxophone,Flute,Piccolo,Soprano Saxophone,Tenor Saxophone - Digital Download

SKU: A0.830757

Composed by Mikhail Glinka. Arranged by Richard Byrnes. Contemporary. 181 pages. Richard Byrnes #4984871. Published by Richard Byrnes (A0.830757).

Ruslán i Lyudmíla is a poem by Alexander Pushkin. It tells the story of the abduction and rescue of Ludmila, the daughter of Prince Vladimir of the Kieven Rus. Ruslan is the brave knight sent to rescue her. The poem was the basis of the opera of the same name by Mikhail Glinka.

 This energetic overture would be a showstopper.

In addition to the Ruslan and Ludmilla Overture by Glinka, we offer works by J.S. Bach, Debussy, Fauré, Gottschalk, Granados, Lotti, Mozart, Ravel, Richard Strauss, and Turina.

Saxophone Ensemble,Woodwind Ensemble Alto Saxophone,Baritone Saxophone,Bass Saxophone,Soprano Saxophone - Level 4 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.1402348

Composed by Johann Sebastian Bach. Arranged by James M. Guthrie. Baroque,Contest,Festival,Historic,Standards,Traditional. 149 pages. Jmsgu3 #985560. Published by jmsgu3 (A0.1402348).

Bach's Brandenburg Concerto No. 3 is significant for its composition and structure. It features nine solo strings divided into three groups of violins, violas, and cellos, showcasing a colorful instrumentation and demanding performance requirements. The concerto opens majestically with distinct groupings of soloists by instrument, maintaining these divisions throughout the movement with moments of independence for each soloist. The closing movement, a vigorous allegro, follows a similar pattern with the nine players divided by instrument. Additionally, the concerto includes a two-note adagio cadence where musicians were intended to improvise a link between the outer movements. This concerto is a prime example of the Baroque concerto style. It demonstrates Bach's mastery in creating intricate and harmonious compositions that challenge performers while showcasing the beauty of different instruments working together harmoniously.

The historical context of Bach's Brandenburg Concertos is rooted in the Baroque era and Bach's circumstances. Composed around 1711-1720 and dedicated in 1721 to Christian Ludwig, the Margrave of Brandenburg, these concertos were a collection of six concerti grossi that showcased a balance between various groups of soloists and a small orchestra. Bach's decision to compile these concertos was influenced by his need for employment and his encounter with Christian Ludwig, who commissioned several works after being impressed by his performance in Berlin around 1719. Despite Bach's hopes for a position at the Brandenburg court, the Margrave did not pay for the work, possibly because the pieces were revisions of earlier compositions rather than new creations specifically for him. Moreover, the Brandenburg Concertos exemplify the concerto grosso genre popular during the Baroque era, featuring a more significant number of soloists than usual and expansive music that showcases a variety of instruments in different combinations. Bach's innovative use of instruments like trumpets, recorders, French horns, oboes, flutes, violino piccolo, violas da gamba, and harpsichord in these concertos highlights his creativity and mastery in composing intricate and diverse musical pieces. The historical significance lies in Bach's ability to blend different musical styles and forms while creating a set of concertos that music lovers cherish today.

Woodwind Ensemble Alto Saxophone,Baritone Saxophone,Bass Saxophone,Flute,Piccolo,Soprano Saxophone,Tenor Saxophone - Digital Download

SKU: A0.830721

Composed by Gabriel Faure. Arranged by Richard Byrnes. Contemporary. 37 pages. Richard Byrnes #3507519. Published by Richard Byrnes (A0.830721).

Gabriel Fauré's compositional aesthetic tended toward clarity rather than technical complexity. Out of that he created many beautiful works. This Barcarolle is a delightful example.

This arrangement is for (Pic,Fl,2SSx,3ASx,2TSx,BiSx,BsSx).

Please, peruse the score to determine if this arrangement works for your ensemble.

In addition to works by Fauré, we offer works by J.S. Bach, Debussy, Glinka, Gottschalk, Granados, Lotti, Mozart, Ravel, Richard Strauss, and Turina.