Opshowcase For Solo Or Band E-Flat Alto Saxophone

This collection of 12 "pop" songs for the beginning band is correlated to the BELWIN 21ST CENTURY BAND METHOD, Levels 1 and 2, but it can also be used with any other recognized beginning band method. The collection begins with a six-note range song after the fifth lesson of Level 1 and ends with two songs after the final lesson of level 2. Each selection is presented in two ways: The SOLO arrangement is written so that it can be played as a solo, OR unison (octaves) ensemble, OR full unison band with piano accompaniment or CD accompaniment. The snare and bass drummers play a rhythmical accompaniment part. The BAND arrangement uses the same rhythms and melodic lines included in the solo arrangement, and, in most cases, event the dynamic levels for the melody lines are the same. The Piano Accompaniment in this arrangement is not essential, as it can be performed without it. These pieces can be used to enhance the musical experience of the students, giving them knowledge of popular music during the 20th century. The titles are, in progressive order: Augie's Great Municipal Band; Linus and Lucy; Eye of the Tiger; All I Want for Christmas Is My Two Front Teeth; Tequila; Fun, Fun, Fun; The Rose; I'm Walkin'; Helena Polka; Sing, Sing, Sing; Star Wars (Main Theme); Theme from Superman.

Songs Include:

• All I Want for Christmas Is My Two Front Teeth
• Augie's Great Municipal Band and End Credits
• Eye of the Tiger (from "Rocky III")
• Fun, Fun, Fun
• Helena Polka
• I'm Walkin'
• Linus and Lucy
• Sing, Sing, Sing
• Star Wars (Main Theme)
• Tequila
• The Rose (from "The Rose")
• Theme from "Superman

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