Boosey & Hawkes Grade by Grade - Saxophone alto 1
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Summary of This Method
This "Grade By Grade" anthology for alto saxophone brings together a carefully selected repertoire from the extensive Boosey & Hawkes catalog, offering the beginner musician a progressive and coherent musical journey at Grade 1 level. It features a wide variety of styles, ranging from classical and contemporary repertoire to educational pieces, aimed at developing musicianship, sight-reading, and instrumental reflexes from the early years.
The selection highlights composers such as Serge Prokofieff, Dmitri Shostakovich, Karl Jenkins, Carol Barratt, and Christopher Norton, and is also enriched with arrangements of traditional world music notably by Peter Wastall and Vera Gray. Designed for practical daily use, this resource supports both teacher and student in building a solid repertoire suited for learning, exams, and the joy of playing.
Technical specifications
| Publication | Methods | ||
| Composer | Collective (Serge Prokofieff, Dmitri Shostakovich, Karl Jenkins, Carol Barratt, Christopher Norton, etc.) | Collection | Grade By Grade |
| Arranger | Peter Wastall, Vera Gray, others | Genre | Educational collection / exam repertoire |
| Publisher | Boosey & Hawkes | Difficulty | Grade 1 |
| Instrumentation | Alto saxophone | ||
Questions frequently asked
Is this alto saxophone method suitable for Grade 1 level?
This collection is specifically designed for alto saxophone at Grade 1 level.
Which composers are included in Grade by Grade - Alto Saxophone 1?
The selection notably includes pieces by Serge Prokofieff, Dmitri Shostakovich, Karl Jenkins, Carol Barratt, and Christopher Norton. Arrangements are also by Peter Wastall and Vera Gray.
What musical styles are featured in this Grade 1 collection?
The content combines classical repertoire, contemporary pieces, and educational works. Arrangements of traditional world music complete the selection.
Can this collection be used to prepare for an alto saxophone exam?
This Boosey & Hawkes edition is presented as an exam repertoire at Grade 1 difficulty. The progression is designed to develop sight-reading skills and instrumental reflexes, providing a coherent pathway from the earliest years of learning.
For which saxophone is this method written?
The instrumentation specified is exclusively for alto saxophone.



