Alfred Publishing Goodwin G./ Marienthal E. - Big Phat Jazz Saxophone Duets
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Summary of This Book
Designed for saxophonists seeking a real musical challenge, this collection offers 10 jazz duets composed and arranged by Gordon Goodwin. The writing emphasizes rhythmic precision, clarity of articulation, and sound cohesion, while remaining deeply musical: it features contemporary jazz language, incisive phrasing, and big band-style grooves that require active listening between partners.
The great strength of this book is its instrumentation flexibility : the duets are fully interchangeable to suit a wide variety of pairings (alto/alto, tenor/tenor, alto/tenor, baritone with another sax, etc.), in Eb (Mib) and/or Bb (Sib) saxophones. Ideal for two-player rehearsals, lessons, jazz workshops, and regular ensemble practice.
For autonomous practice, the included CD allows you to play part 1 or part 2 by removing one of the channels (left/right) on your stereo system. This way, you can position yourself opposite great performers : Gordon Goodwin on tenor saxophone, Eric Marienthal on alto saxophone, and recordings where they also play together. An effective solution to develop listening skills, tempo stability, and ensemble intonation.
The repertoire includes 10 dynamic titles: Act Your Age, Count Bubba's Revenge, El Macho Muchacho, Gumbo Street, Hunting Wabbits, The Jazz Police, La Pequeña Almeja, Maynard & Waynard, Swingin' for the Fences, There's the Rub.
Technical specifications
| Musical Genre | Jazz, Blues, Soul | Publication | Sheet music |
| Composer | Gordon Goodwin | Instrumentation | Duets for saxophones (any combination of Eb (Mib) or Bb (Sib) saxophones) |
| Arranger | Gordon Goodwin | Genre | Jazz sheet music (duets) |
| Artists | Gordon Goodwin, Eric Marienthal | Difficulty | Medium-advanced to advanced |
Questions frequently asked
Which saxophones are compatible with these duets?
The 10 duets are interchangeable between Eb and Bb saxophones. This allows for alto/alto, tenor/tenor, alto/tenor, or baritone with another saxophone combinations.
How to use the included CD for solo practice?
The included CD allows isolation of part 1 or part 2 by removing the left or right channel on a stereo system. Gordon Goodwin plays tenor saxophone and Eric Marienthal plays alto saxophone. Some takes also feature them together as a duet.
What level is required for Big Phat Jazz Saxophone Duets?
The writing is classified from medium-advanced to advanced level, with sustained work on rhythmic precision, articulation, and ensemble cohesion.
Which pieces are included in the collection?
The repertoire includes 10 titles, such as Act Your Age, Count Bubba's Revenge, El Macho Muchacho, Gumbo Street, and The Jazz Police. Swingin' for the Fences and There's the Rub are also part of the selection.
Is the style suitable for jazz duo practice?
Composed and arranged by Gordon Goodwin, the scores develop a contemporary jazz language and grooves inspired by big band. Listening between the two parts is encouraged through incisive phrasing and precise timing.
