Lemoine Absil - Sonate Op.115 - Saxophone Mib et Piano
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Essential Information About This Score
Essential Information About This Score
- Ensemble: written for E-flat alto saxophone and piano, ideal for duo work (lessons, auditions, concerts).
- Readability and Playing Comfort: layout designed to efficiently alternate between home practice and rehearsals with accompanist.
- Level: difficulty 4, a demanding stage that develops rhythmic precision, intonation, and dynamic control.
- Practical Format: 20 + 6 pages, allowing access to both the full score and the separate part for smooth use in performance situations.
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Summary of This Score
Designed for the duo E-flat alto saxophone and piano, this score is intended for saxophonists wishing to approach a structured repertoire at level 4. It is perfectly suited for guided work (conservatory, music school, private lessons) as well as preparation for auditions, exams, or stage performances. The writing highlights the dialogue between the saxophone and piano accompaniment, an excellent setting to enhance listening skills, sound balance, and phrasing quality.
Thanks to its 20 + 6 pages format, this edition promotes clear organization between reading the full score and using a dedicated part, practical during rehearsals with a pianist. Beyond mere note execution, this score encourages comprehensive musical work: breath control, line continuity, articulation, dynamic control, and tempo stability. It is a relevant tool to develop reading autonomy, refine interpretation, and gain confidence in ensemble playing, while remaining suitable for steady progress.
Technical specifications
| Musical Genre | Classical | Publication | Sheet music |
| Instrumentation | E-flat alto saxophone and piano | Pages | 20 + 6 |
| Difficulty | 4 | ||
Questions frequently asked
For which saxophone is this sonata written?
The score is designed for E-flat alto saxophone with piano accompaniment.
What is the difficulty level of Lemoine Absil's Sonata Op.115?
The indicated difficulty level is 4. This edition is intended for saxophonists working on a structured repertoire, notably in conservatories, music schools, or private lessons.
Is the piano part included?
The edition includes 20 + 6 pages, organized between the full score and a dedicated part for rehearsals with the pianist.
Is this alto saxophone sonata suitable for an audition?
The writing for alto saxophone and piano allows preparation for an audition, exam, or stage performance. The work focuses particularly on phrasing, dynamics, and tempo stability. Interaction with the piano also requires attentive listening and balance.
What musical style is featured in this score?
This score belongs to the classical genre and is written for the E-flat alto saxophone and piano duo.



