Stanage Edge
An atmospheric, descriptive piece for eight saxophones.
Composer : Carl Raven
Instrumentation : 1 Soprano Sax, 4 Alto Saxophones, 2 Tenor Saxophones & 1 Baritone.
Flexible parts : Part 2 transposition for 2nd soprano, Part 5 for tenor sax and alternative part 7 for baritone, allows for all combinations up to standard double quartet. An equivalent clarinet ensemble version of this title is available.
Difficulty rating : Medium
An atmospheric, descriptive piece for eight saxophones.
Composer : Carl Raven
Instrumentation : 1 Soprano Sax, 4 Alto Saxophones, 2 Tenor Saxophones & 1 Baritone.
Flexible parts : Part 2 transposition for 2nd soprano, Part 5 for tenor sax and alternative part 7 for baritone, allows for all combinations up to standard double quartet. An equivalent clarinet ensemble version of this title is available.
Difficulty rating : Medium
An atmospheric, descriptive piece for eight saxophones.
Composer : Carl Raven
Instrumentation : 1 Soprano Sax, 4 Alto Saxophones, 2 Tenor Saxophones & 1 Baritone.
Flexible parts : Part 2 transposition for 2nd soprano, Part 5 for tenor sax and alternative part 7 for baritone, allows for all combinations up to standard double quartet. An equivalent clarinet ensemble version of this title is available.
Difficulty rating : Medium
The Peak District of northern England is home to many areas of natural beauty. Stanage Edge on the border between Derbyshire and South Yorkshire, is a popular place for walkers and for rock climbing. This piece of music by Carl Raven, is scored for eight saxophones and conjures up images of the stunning views of the Dark Peak moorlands and the Hope Valley.