Edition: JAZZ COMBO (ALTO AND PIANO)

Description: DIFFICULT

"New Wave" is built from musical materials which are similar to many of the extended harmonies and modal structures found in jazz. The first movement is set in a driving 6/8 rhythm with extensive imitative counterpoint between the saxophone and the piano. The middle movement begins with a short cadenza-like passage from the saxophone leading to transparent ethereal presentation of themes, followed by a heavy, dark section. The final movement gradually builds to a dramatic, optimistic conclusion with an infectious, driving rhythm. Medium advanced. Recorded on "America´s Millennium Tribute to Adolphe Sax, Volume 1" (AUR CD 3063)

This is a quality work, well-crafted, but always emotional. It is challenging, but playable, well-suited for students. It conveys a strong message to a variety of audiences." David Demsey, Saxophone Journal