Dive into the world of classical and contemporary saxophone music with ABRSM's "Saxophone Exam Pieces from 2022, ABRSM Grade 5." This captivating collection, released on July 8, 2021, under the ABRSM label, is a treasure trove of nine meticulously selected pieces designed to support the ABRSM's Grade 5 Saxophone syllabus from 2022. With a duration of 52 minutes, this album offers a rich tapestry of styles, ranging from classic repertoire to newly commissioned works and arrangements.
The album is divided into three lists: A, B, and C, each offering a unique blend of musical experiences. List A features pieces like the lively "Tarantella" from Vollständige Clarinett-Schule and the energetic "Danse" from La vie pour le Tsar. List B includes the serene "Andante" from the Sonata for the Harp with obbligato Flute and the modern "Celtic V" from Celtic Collage. List C rounds out the collection with the playful "The Ragtime Dance" and the evocative "Through the Trees."
Each piece is accompanied by both Eb and Bb piano accompaniments, ensuring versatility for different saxophone types. The album also includes audio downloads, making it an invaluable resource for both practical and performance grade exams. Whether you're a student preparing for an exam or a music enthusiast looking to expand your repertoire, this album is a comprehensive and engaging exploration of saxophone music.
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Tracks
A:1 Tarantella (No. 41 from Vollständige Clarinett-Schule, Part 1, Op. 63)Carl Baermann, Alan Bullard, Melanie Henry, Robert Thompson
A:2 Danse (from La vie pour le Tsar)Mikhail Glinka, Vladimir Ivanov, Melanie Henry, Robert Thompson
A:3 SaxsequentialPaul Harris, Melanie Henry, Robert Thompson
B:1 Celtic V (No. 5 from Celtic Collage)Keri Degg, Melanie Henry, Robert Thompson
B:2 Andante (1st movt from Sonata for the Harp with obbligato Flute)Joseph Boulogne Chevalier de Saint-Georges, Althea Talbot-Howard, Melanie Henry, Robert Thompson
B:3 All Because of YouKaren Street, Melanie Henry, Robert Thompson
C:1 The Ragtime Dance (A Stop-Time Two Step)Scott Joplin, David Blackwell, Melanie Henry, Robert Thompson
C:2 Through the TreesCassie Kinoshi, Melanie Henry, Robert Thompson
C:3 Festival Sax (No. 35 from Sixty for Sax)Alan Bullard, Melanie Henry
A:1 Tarantella (No. 41 from Vollständige Clarinett-Schule, Part 1, Op. 63) (Eb accompaniment)Carl Baermann, Alan Bullard, Robert Thompson
A:2 Danse (from La vie pour le Tsar) (Eb accompaniment)Mikhail Glinka, Vladimir Ivanov, Robert Thompson
A:3 Saxsequential (Eb accompaniment)Paul Harris, Robert Thompson
B:1 Celtic V (No. 5 from Celtic Collage) (Eb accompaniment)Keri Degg, Robert Thompson
B:2 Andante (1st movt from Sonata for the Harp with obbligato Flute) (Eb accompaniment)Joseph Boulogne Chevalier de Saint-Georges, Althea Talbot-Howard, Robert Thompson
B:3 All Because of You (Eb accompaniment)Karen Street, Robert Thompson
C:1 The Ragtime Dance (A Stop-Time Two Step) (Eb accompaniment)Scott Joplin, David Blackwell, Robert Thompson
C:2 Through the Trees (Eb accompaniment)Cassie Kinoshi, Robert Thompson
A:1 Tarantella (No. 41 from Vollständige Clarinett-Schule, Part 1, Op. 63) (Bb accompaniment)Carl Baermann, Alan Bullard, Robert Thompson
A:2 Danse (from La vie pour le Tsar) (Bb accompaniment)Mikhail Glinka, Vladimir Ivanov, Robert Thompson
A:3 Saxsequential (Bb accompaniment)Paul Harris, Robert Thompson
B:1 Celtic V (No. 5 from Celtic Collage) (Bb accompaniment)Keri Degg, Robert Thompson
B:2 Andante (1st movt from Sonata for the Harp with obbligato Flute) (Bb accompaniment)Joseph Boulogne Chevalier de Saint-Georges, Althea Talbot-Howard, Robert Thompson
B:3 All Because of You (Bb accompaniment)Karen Street, Robert Thompson
C:1 The Ragtime Dance (A Stop-Time Two Step) (Bb accompaniment)Scott Joplin, David Blackwell, Robert Thompson
C:2 Through the Trees (Bb accompaniment)Cassie Kinoshi, Robert Thompson
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