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Competition Solos, Book 1 Alto Sax: Alto Saxophone Book

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Competition Solos, Book 1 Alto Sax: Alto Saxophone Book

Competition Solos, Book 1 Alto Sax: Alto Saxophone Book

By Edmund Siennicki & Floyd Harris

Grade: 1.5

Item: 36-50345004
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The practical collection of competition solos that are included in this book were selected from state competition lists throughout the United States. While each selection is included on the list of at least one state, check with your director, private instructor or state music association to confirm that your desired solo is an approved selection in your state. The piano book includes alternate accompaniments for instruments of different pitch and therefore can be used for any instrument in the book one series. Codes to download audio are included on each solo book. Titles include: Cripple Creek; Dance of the Bears; Gavotte; Happy Song; Harvest Waltz; Little Caesar; Rooster; Swan; The Tortoise and the Hare.

Don't just read it, hear it, play along with it, and watch your students grow with it. In MakeMusic Cloud, Competition Solos, Book 1 Alto Sax: Alto Saxophone Book comes alive with professional accompaniment, adjustable tempo, and built-in practice tools that turn solo practice into real progress.

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Additional Details
Series: LudwigMasters Woodwind Series
Publisher: Keiser Productions, Inc.
Page Count: 12
ISBN10: 1-57-134500-0
ISBN13: 978-1-57-134500-4
UPC: 746241296511
SKU: 36-50345004
Instrumentation: Alto Saxophone

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Why we love this

This collection pulls directly from state competition lists across the US, which means your students are preparing repertoire that meets actual adjudication standards in their region. The variety of styles and characters keeps competition prep from feeling like grinding through similar pieces, and the included audio codes give students a reliable reference without needing to hunt down recordings elsewhere.

What to expect

These solos move between character pieces with distinct personalities: some lean toward folk melody and storytelling ('Cripple Creek,' 'The Tortoise and the Hare'), while others sit comfortably in the classical and lyrical tradition ('Gavotte,' 'Swan'). You'll find pieces that let your tone sing and others that ask for rhythmic clarity and articulation control.

Who it's for

Alto saxophonists preparing for state competitions or district solos festivals who need reliable, state-approved repertoire. This book works equally well for private students seeking competition experience and ensemble members in bands looking for approved solo literature.

How to get the most out of it

  • Download the audio tracks using the codes included in your book and listen to the solo you're preparing multiple times before touching your saxophone. Hearing how the piece breathes and moves helps you avoid fighting against the natural phrasing.
  • Work through the accompaniment piano part on your own or with your instructor before rehearsing with a pianist. Understanding what the left hand and right hand are doing prevents timing surprises and helps you lock in with the accompanist.
  • Confirm the solo you're learning is on your state's current approved list by checking with your director or state music association. Repertoire lists change year to year, so verify before investing serious practice time.

How to use it

Use this book to staff your competition team with solid, pre-vetted literature. The variety means different students at similar levels can prepare different pieces without overlap, and the bach-to-folk range lets you build a diverse solo performance track for your band's spring concert.

Skills your students will build

  • Playing with consistent tone quality across passages requiring varied articulation
  • Balancing melody with piano accompaniment across different musical styles
  • Reading and responding to character markings (such as those in 'Swan' versus 'Rooster')
  • Sustaining long phrase lines without losing air support
  • Coordinating with a pianist across tempo and style changes

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