Lemoine Soualle Charles J.B. - 3 Paraphrases De Donizetti - Saxophone Alto & Piano
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Summary of This Sheet Music
This collection highlights a little-known aspect of saxophone literature: opera paraphrases created by Charles Jean-Baptiste Soualle (known as Ali Ben Sou Alle), a 19th-century saxophonist. Designed for stage and concert performance, these pieces capture the spirit of great opera arias by transforming them into true works of virtuosity and expressiveness, where the melodic line must "sing" like a voice.
Rediscovered at the Bibliothèque nationale de France, these paraphrases are presented and revived by Fabien Chouraki. His approach emphasizes a crucial point: to perform this repertoire, listening and familiarity with the lyric style are as important as the notes themselves. By guiding you to the original operas (titles and locations of the arias), this sheet music helps enrich your interpretation, better understand the dramatic intentions, and build a more vocal tone.
Contents
Fantaisie on La Favorite - Fantaisie on Lucrezia Borgia - Grande Fantaisie Variée on Lucia di Lammermoor
Technical specifications
| Musical Genre | Classical | Publication | Sheet music |
| Composer | Charles Jean-Baptiste Soualle (known as Ali Ben Sou Alle) | Genre | classical sheet music, opera paraphrases |
| Arranger | Fabien Chouraki | Language | French |
| Instrumentation | saxophone | ||
Questions frequently asked
Is this sheet music written for alto saxophone with piano accompaniment?
The edition is intended for alto saxophone and piano, as indicated in its title.
Which Donizetti operas are featured in the collection?
The content includes a Fantasy on La Favorite, a Fantasy on Lucrezia Borgia, and a Grand varied fantasy on Lucia di Lammermoor.
Who composed and prepared this edition?
The paraphrases are by Charles Jean-Baptiste Soualle, known as Ali Ben Sou Alle. The presentation and revival of this edition are managed by Fabien Chouraki.
Does the sheet music indicate the original opera arias?
The edition includes indications of the titles and placement of the arias within their original operas. These provide context for the lyrical references of La Favorite, Lucrezia Borgia, and Lucia di Lammermoor. Interpretation can thus be based on the dramatic context of the excerpts.
In which language is this sheet music published?
The publication is in French and belongs to the classical repertoire for saxophone.
