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Like A River Glorious
This woodwind duet would be useful as a special presentation in a service. The nature of the work portrays great joy, variety, and dimension. The conclusive sections are deliberate and strong.
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What A Friend
A duet for clarinet and saxophone that begins with a brief introduction in the piano. The clarinet then presents the tune in a straight-forward rendition with the saxophone supporting with a moving harmonization ending with a melodic line. The second section presents the tune in the saxophone while the clarinet overlays with a gentle obligato. The third section goes back to the structure of the beginning briefly and then shifts back to the obligato addition and then settles into a final repose.
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What A Friend
A duet for flute and clarinet that begins with a brief introduction in the piano. The flute then presents the tune in a straight-forward rendition with the clarinet supporting with a moving harmonization ending with a melodic line. The second section presents the tune in the claeint while the flute overlays with a gentle obligato. The third section goes back to the structure of the beginning briefly and then shifts back to the obligato addition and then settles into a final repose.
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For The Beauty Of The Earth
An accompanied duet for flute and clarinet. The piece begins as a round between the flute and clarinet where it joins with the piano in an accompaniment figure. It continues in this manner while the piano presents the melody. It continues in an antiphonal manner in the solos while the piano undergirds it with arpeggios. The piece modulates and now is in a more bold style and block duet format and contiuues that way until the end – in a declamatory manner.
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Three German Carols
A duet for flute, clarinet and piano and is presented as a suite. Titles include “God Is Love- Gott Ist Die Liebe,” “With the Shepherd Will I Go- Mit Den Hirten Will Ich Gehen'” “Come Hither Little Children- Ihl Kinderlein Komet.” Can be performed as a solo.
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Three German Carols #2
A duet for flute, clarinet and piano and is presented as a suite. Titles include “Christmas Is Here- Weinacht Is Heut,” “Alle Jahre Wieder,” “Come, Ye Shepherds- Kommet, Ihr Hirten.” Can be performed as a solo.
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And Can It Be
Scored for full saxophone quartet, this piece immediately marches off with the dignity that this grand old hymn portrays. The theme is passed around amongst the various parts to add player satisfaction and joy to the listener. (S/A-A-T-B)
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What A Friend
Scored for Saxophone quartet (A-A-T-B) with opt. Soprano for first Alto. The introduction starts with the First Alto playing a melodic motif, ever rising to a climatic point and then settling down to the theme- first presented in the First and Tenor parts weaving in and out producing a flowing texture, then joined by the Second Alto and eventually the Baritone. The chorus section of the hymn is a constant weaving of the four parts both harmonically and rhythmically. The next section becomes more active rhythmically adding tension until it settles down into a sweet aura of sound with gentle nudges of harmonic alteration. The final measures give an atmosphere of rest and solace.
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Blessed Be The Name
This saxophone quartet is portrayed in a crisp and cheerful manner. The theme is passed around among the various parts and gains excitement as it passes through several keys. Surely a delight as a special number in any venue. (S/A-A-T-B)
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Holy, Holy, Holy
Written for Saxophone quartet, this pieces creates a solemn presence by the way it interweaves the various parts together. It would work well for a meditation.
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Power in the Blood
This saxophone trio with piano accompaniment is presented in a solid, determined manner. It makes a definitive statement in the “Power in the Blood” of Christ. The middle section changes meter while maintaining the character of the opening.
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Redeemed
A saxophone trio that expresses the joy of redemption through melodic embellishment, some trills, and harmonic changes. The hymn tune, “Redeemed”, is passed around amongst the parts of this unaccompanied trio.
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The Bible Stands
An unaccompanied saxophone trio (A-A-A/T) begins from the “git-go” with the melody in the first part with parts two and three adding harmonic and rhythmic interest. A brief modulation and interlude leads into the next section after another modulation with the parts interplaying amongst themselves. Yet, another modulation with block harmonies giving over to yet another modulation and a final ending!
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Count Your Blessings
“Count Your Blessings” is a hymn of not only thanksgiving but continual expression throughout the year. This trio is essentially triadic in the opening section and then moves with more embellishment and excitement.
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As The Deer
This saxophone arrangement of As The Deer is a gentle interplay of parts and gives the sensation of a constant flowing steam of water that offers a background for quiet reflection. Tenor sax opt for Alto 3.
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Jesus Saves
An accompanied saxophone (A-A-A/T) trio beginning with a piano introduction. The first section is a blocked harmony in the saxes with the first carrying the melody. The second section uses the same underlying rhythmic patterns but now the structure is in a different meter (quadruple vs the previous triple) which gives an extended feeling. A couple modulations take place and the style becomes smooth and expressive. This all leads towards the Coda where the whole premise shifts the moods of the beginning where it increases in tension and ends with solid impact.
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Leaning On The Everlasting Arms
This trio begins with a joyful piano introduction which leads into a three part harmonization of the instrumental parts. The second section is a lilting (waltz feeling) in block harmonization and then goes into a bell-tone rendition of the tune. A brief transition in a slower, expressive style comes to repose where it concludes in the joyful style that the piece began.
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Victory Through Grace
An unaccompanied saxophone trio for three altos (and optional tenor sax) part. The introduction is based on a exuberant motive that leads into the first section which is a straight-forward melody with straight-forward harmonic support. This leads into the next section which gravitates to a different meter as well as key. The parts interplay giving a sense of constant movement. Another modulation takes place and the mood is one of victory and solidification. This continues until a triumphant motive of celebration and victory.
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I Know Whom I Have Believed
“I Know Whom I Have Believed” starts out in a manner of joyful confidence. The parts are in basic triadic harmony and then offer solo lines for the various parts. The piece concludes with a sense of strong confidence that the hymn portrays.
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A Servant’s Heart
A saxophone trio with piano accompaniment that is gentle smoothly moving that carries a lyrical flavor throughout. On occasion there are brief alterations of the melody to add variety and movement. A good piece for tender moments.