Sheet Music by Women Composers for Saxophone: Versatile Repertoire

Highly regarded for the finesse and elegance of her spirited, humorous writing, the composer Jeanine Rueff (1922–1999) wrote numerous works for a variety of instruments, collaborating also with the re...

Nymphs is a series of three miniatures for soprano saxophone (flute, clarinet or violin) and harpsichord, with a clearly defined extramusical content. The piece, inspired by mythology, is intended, th...

The edition is part of the ABRSM syllabus (grade 5)

3 Evening Hymns by Marianne Zaindl is a triptych full of calm and contemplation, inspired by the stillness of the evening. Each movement is a musical meditation on spiritual texts that are deeply root...

3 Evening Hymns by Marianne Zaindl is a triptych full of calm and contemplation, inspired by the stillness of the evening. Each movement is a musical meditation on spiritual texts that are deeply root...

3 Evening Hymns by Marianne Zaindl is a triptych full of calm and contemplation, inspired by the stillness of the evening. Each movement is a musical meditation on spiritual texts that are deeply root...

3 Evening Hymns by Marianne Zaindl is a triptych full of calm and contemplation, inspired by the stillness of the evening. Each movement is a musical meditation on spiritual texts that are deeply root...

Pam Wedgwood's After Hours for Alto Saxophone and Piano presents eight atmospheric, original pieces for the intermediate saxophonist with piano accompaniment. They are ideal for teacher or pupil and p...

This challenging new work by the author of Contemporary Harmony - Romanticism through the 12-Tone Row is dedicated to the great jazz pianist Richie Beirach. Originally written for B flat clarinet and...

Streetwise is a superb collection of original compositions for alto saxophone from Karen Street. These characterful pieces are ideally suited for teaching and would be a rewarding addition to any deve...

Composed by Jeanine Rueff, Sonata for Alto Saxophone solo is a piece for advanced players lasting 12 and a half minutes. Written in 9 pages, this piece, quite challenging (tempo, key ranges), would be...

Ursula Mamlok hat in ihren Werken die Schoa nicht thematisiert. Eine Ausnahme bildet der Rückblick für Saxophon und Klavier, den sie 2002 im Auftrag der Temple University zur Erinnerung an die Reichsp...

Inspired by Chinese tradition, this concerto-like dance suite includes: 1. Lion Dance, 2. YangKo, and 3. Muqam. Each movement draws from melodies and rhythms characteristic of various regions of China...

Originally commissioned by the American Choral Directors Association Endowment in memory of Raymond W. Brook in 2012, Distance Can't Keep Us Two Apart is scored for a cappella mixed chorus (312-41863)...

In this textural tour de force, a trio of soprano saxophones creates unique sound colors and gestures to dramatically depict the archangels Michael (Warrior), Raphael (Healer), and Gabriel (Heralder)....

THE SOLITUDE OF STARS is a 5-minute work for Soprano and Tenor Saxophones and Piano. It depicts the composer's awe at experiencing a nighttime view of the starry heavens, shining brightly over the vas...

Commissioned by The Juilliard School’s Music Advancement Program, IMPRESSIONS FROM THE CHINESE ZODIAC is a suite of three characteristic pieces within reach of advanced pre-college saxophonists, and i...

In ATHENA TRIUMPHANT, Stacy Garrop depicts the goddess Athena marching into war with her armies, a frenetic battle, and the quiet joy of victory in vivid detail and with remarkable concision. Adapted...

In Greek mythology, Daedelus was an inventor who created wings from feathers and wax, so he and his son Icarus could escape Crete by flying away. While Daedalus flew wisely, Icarus flew too close to t...