Hal Leonard Big Book Of Alto Sax Songs - 128 Great Songs
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Summary of This Book
This collection is a true treasure trove of ideas for alto saxophonists seeking a rich and immediately engaging repertoire. With 128 titles, it allows you to explore very different worlds, from British pop to jazz standards, including iconic film themes and songs that have become classics. You will find, for example, Beatles essentials like "Hey Jude," "Let It Be," or "Yesterday," standards such as "A Night In Tunisia," "Take The 'A' Train," or "Satin Doll," as well as memorable themes like "Mission: Impossible Theme," "Theme From E.T.," or "Theme / Schindler's List."
The diversity of pieces makes it a particularly effective tool for developing your interpretation: working on dynamics, breath control over long phrases, rhythmic placement on groovier tunes, and seeking a singing tone on ballads. This book is aimed both at those who want to play for pleasure and musicians wishing to build a varied set, prepare an audition, or have a catalog of well-known melodies to bring out during rehearsals. An essential music bookstore item to enrich your collection of alto saxophone sheet music and save time choosing your next pieces.
Technical specifications
| Musical Genre | Pop | ||
| Instrumentation | alto saxophone | Genre | all styles collection (pop, rock, jazz, film music, and musical theater) |
Questions frequently asked
How many songs are included in the Big Book Of Alto Sax Songs?
The collection features 128 pieces written for alto saxophone.
Which Beatles songs are included in this alto saxophone book?
The selection notably includes "Hey Jude," "Let It Be," and "Yesterday."
Are there jazz standards in this collection?
The mentioned standards include "A Night In Tunisia," "Take The 'A' Train," and "Satin Doll." These pieces help develop phrasing and rhythmic feel associated with the jazz repertoire.
Does this book contain film music for alto saxophone?
With "Mission: Impossible Theme," "Theme From E.T.," and "Theme / Schindler's List," the collection features several well-known movie themes.
Is the Hal Leonard Big Book Of Alto Sax Songs suitable for preparing a varied repertoire?
The 128 songs cover pop, jazz standards, film themes, and classical songs. This variety allows building a diverse set or preparing an audition with familiar melodies. The ballads included especially support work on dynamics, breath control, and a singing tone.
