Saxophone Ensemble Music
RUSH
For saxophone quartet (SATB) - Duration c. 5:00
It must be heard to be believed!
The fast and furious work was inspired by a radio broadcast of West
Point Saxophone Quartet, which the composer heard in his car. The new
virtuosity of this group and its convincing performances of chromatic,
rhythmic, and edgy sorts of pieces made a strong impression. The result
is a cutting edge addition to the saxophone quartet repertoire. Rush
was written during the composer's Bellagio residency in the summer of
2003 and the West Point Quartet recorded it soon after. It was then
given its official premiere at World Saxophone Congress XIII. The piece
opens with a seamless line of 16th notes beginning softly and growing.
The tempo is relentless even during the more lyrical "chorale with
protesting soloist" middle section and piece begins and ends with the
same unison passage consisting of 700+ notes!
Price $35.00 (+ S&H - Grade VI+)