Windup: Saxophone Quartet

Name: Windup: Saxophone Quartet
Brand: Alfred Music
SKU: 98-EP67816A
Price: 75.00 USD
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By Wayne Peterson

Item: 98-EP67816A

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Publisher: Edition Peters

Page Count: 60

ISBN10: 0-30-074558-3

ISBN13: 979-0-3007-4558-9

SKU: 98-EP67816A

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Why we love this

Windup stands out as a contemporary work that takes the saxophone quartet seriously as an ensemble, resisting the urge to recycle jazz or pop idioms. Peterson's writing demonstrates real understanding of the instrument's range and voice in concert settings, making this a sophisticated choice for quartets ready to program something current.

What to expect

The title evokes mechanism and motion. Expect a work that engages with precision, rhythm, and the percussive potential of the saxophone quartet rather than emphasizing lyricism or jazz vocabulary.

Who it's for

Advanced high school and college saxophone quartets seeking substantial contemporary repertoire. This work suits ensembles with solid technical foundation and the stamina for a 60-page score.

How to get the most out of it

Balance the four voices carefully during tutti passages; saxophones blend easily but can mask individual lines if one player isn't listening actively.
Invest rehearsal time in the mechanical precision this piece demands. The title suggests rhythmic complexity, so lock tempos early and drill transitions between sections.
Record yourselves regularly. Hearing playback reveals blend issues and dynamic shape that are easy to miss in the room.

How to use it

Windup works well as a centerpiece on a concert of contemporary chamber music or as the anchor piece in a recital devoted to modern saxophone repertoire. It pairs effectively with works from different eras, positioning the quartet as a serious concert ensemble.