Eshu for Solo Alto Saxophone [Forbidden Languages Collection]

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Eshu is a work for solo alto saxophone by Australian saxophonist, Andrew Ball. Recorded on his debut album, Forbidden Languages, Eshu is composed as a series of variations with no formal structure. Performers can choose their own preferred sequence of the main sections and may repeat sections ad lib. The melodic lines have an improvisatory feel and employ the use of quarter tones to create an interesting harmonic language throughout. Slap tongue is optional and left to the performer’s discretion. This work is written specifically for alto saxophone and also requires the use of a preparation to extend the range of the instrument. The composer has provided extensive notes and guidance on the preparations required within the score which are achievable with basic and readily available household supplies. Listen to a recording of work, performed by the composer, in the media player below! <a href="https://andrewball.bandcamp.com/album/forbidden-languages">Forbidden Languages by Andrew Ball</a> Forbidden Languages is a suite for solo saxophones, comprising a body of work composed and recorded between 2015 - 2017. Each stand-alone ‘movement’ is informed by an arcane aspect of symbolism or mythology, within the broader context of language as an abstract, imaginary, irrational, ephemeral concept. The mission of this work is to push the capabilities of the performer, to blur the line between composition, improvisation and experimentation, to challenge the technical and expressive limits of the instrument, and to inspire further experimentation with the saxophone. Performing this piece? Please let us know with a quick email to [email protected] - we love to know about performances of our sheet music and would be happy to add your performance to our live music calendar! ▪️What's included in this purchase? One digital download (PDF) of the piece Eshu by Andrew Ball. You will be be able to download your copy from the confirmation page, after payment AND you will receive an email to your designated address which also includes a download link. We recommend downloading immediately as your download link will only be active for 24 hours after purchase. Your PDF is able to be printed or, alternatively, we recommend using the ForScore app on an iPad or tablet for performance. Please note:This digital product is sold for PERSONAL USE ONLY. Digital sheet music purchases are exclusively for the use of the purchaser - we appreciate you supporting our composers and musicians by purchasing rather than copying.YOU MAY NOT resell, re-distribute, or share this digital product with others, including your students or music program.Should you wish to purchase multiple copies, please email [email protected] for a discounted price for multiple purchases. Show more