A tenor sax solo that is lively and exciting from beginning to the end. A brief introduction sets up the flavor for a modified presentation of the tune. After a modulation the second offering is more sedate and sweet. Only to be answered with a vigorous flair. Another modulation and a more expressive style where it moves upward to an elevated conclusion.

The effect of a parade coming and going… using: Jesus Loves The Little Children; Onward Christian Soldiers; I’ve Got the Joy, Joy, Joy

This tenor sax solo begins with non-thematic material setting up the mood of the piece. The theme is then introduced in a back-and-forth format between the instrument and accompaniment. It then continues with an altered tune and conventional accompaniment in the background. After modulating upward, the piece becomes more active both rhythmically and theme alterations. The extended final section is flowing where it ends with a strong statement. Optionally, this piece can become a duet with the tenor sax or French horn sets).

A Rich Heffler Music arrangement. The piece is in Irregular meters throughout. The work is in a continual jovial manner and is a excellent work for the more mature player.

This solo with piano begins with a straight forward introduction in the piano and then sets a solemn mood for the soloist. First plaintive and then with more deviation of the tune. The second section of the piece is stronger and with an almost obbligato treatment of the tune increasing in activity until it concludes on a strong high point.

This sensitive solo arrangement rotates a haunting Sicliano type theme and the traditional Adeste Fidelis in an almost rondo form. A beautiful rendition that is very reflective and meditative and would serve well for any venue.

A Rich Heffler Music arrangement. The piece begins with a statement of “Flow Gently Sweet Afton,” in the piano and is restated by the soloist in a ritornello format. The second statement is made in the piano while soloist soars above it with an obbligato. The piece then switches to “Luther’s Hymn” and then breaks into a variation-like presentation and then begins a free form. The final section imitates the beginning one and then becomes solemn and peaceful.

A Rich Heffler Music arrangement. The piano begins the piece with a flowing and tranquil statement. The solo joins in with a gentle fragment further setting up a poignant picture. It then breaks into the tune in a rather matter-of-fact manner and then adds more embellishment as it progresses. The middle section is extended to give a solemn meditative mood and then breaks into more action for contrast. The piece ends with a quiet, slow and determined repose.

Unusual, emotive and restrained version of the Luther classic The introduction in the piano is presented in an embellished fashion. The solo states the theme in a straight-forward manner. After a brief interlude the solo continues in a different register. Another brief interlude and the soloist continue in a more ornamented manner this time. The piano now states the theme in strong block chords while the solo is very active as an obbligato. Both voices present thematic materials taken from the opening sections. The Coda gives a motivic statement of the opening theme and resolves to a solemn end.

This solo piece opens with a sense of reverence presenting the melody in a gently modified fashion. The middle section gains intensity rhythmically with a rhapsodic form of theme variations. It continues to elevate only to relax into final peace.

This is a tenor sax solo with piano which presents the opening melody in a straight forward manner. The middle sections use various cleverly designed counter melodies in the solo part. The final section establishes the original melody.

A Rich Heffler Music arrangement. The piano begins the piece with an augmented statement of the tune. It is joined by the soloist using a gently modified rendition of the tune. The final section is a rather ornate variation of the theme while grounded by solid chord movement in the accompaniment.

This is a tenor sax solo with piano exudes a continual elegance with its rather simple flow and yet has meaningful embellishment to add polish to the texture. It ends with a punctuation of joy.

Paired with music by Chopin

This beautiful Christmas carol has been a source of inspiration since the late 15th Century. Originally called ‘Noel Nouvelet’, it became a worldwide favorite early in the 17th century and has remained popular ever since. While retaining all of the