I. Break
II. Cycle
III. Scalar
Premiered 02-28-2025 by Ethan Shen, tenor saxophone.
Watch here: https://youtu.be/zS05DO5r5Wo?si=kGHWRW9Fma8olR9z
I - Break: This etude is a study of the saxophone’s 'break'—the half-step shift from C# to D, where the player moves from an open fingering to a closed one. For a successful performance, the player must carefully navigate the break, ensuring both notes resonate equally on either side.
II - Cycle: This etude focuses on harmonic development. For a successful performance, the player must bring this development to life through careful dynamic shifts and precise articulations.
III - Scalar: This etude involves quick, scalar movements, ascending through Messiaen’s 5th mode of limited transposition. For a successful performance, the player must maintain even runs, a consistent tempo, and smooth development throughout.
I. Break
II. Cycle
III. Scalar
Premiered 02-28-2025 by Ethan Shen, tenor saxophone.
Watch here: https://youtu.be/zS05DO5r5Wo?si=kGHWRW9Fma8olR9z
I - Break: This etude is a study of the saxophone’s 'break'—the half-step shift from C# to D, where the player moves from an open fingering to a closed one. For a successful performance, the player must carefully navigate the break, ensuring both notes resonate equally on either side.
II - Cycle: This etude focuses on harmonic development. For a successful performance, the player must bring this development to life through careful dynamic shifts and precise articulations.
III - Scalar: This etude involves quick, scalar movements, ascending through Messiaen’s 5th mode of limited transposition. For a successful performance, the player must maintain even runs, a consistent tempo, and smooth development throughout.
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