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A new revitalised edition of Party Pieces for Alto Saxophone and Piano.
This collection is a wonderful group of seven fresh and energetic pieces …composed by Mark Goddard. The piano part has been kept fairly simple and allows more gifted pianists the potential for improvisation. These pieces are between grades 2 and 5 in standard. Each piece in the collection carries its own distinct character: “Swingin’” opens the set with a breezy, jazz-inflected rhythm that encourages players to explore syncopation and phrasing. “Blues” offers a soulful contrast, inviting expressive playing and a deeper understanding of blues tonality. “Hornpipe” channels a nautical energy, with brisk articulation and a dance-like feel that challenges rhythmic precision. “Daydreams” slows the pace, allowing for lyrical interpretation and dynamic control. “Boogie” picks up the tempo again, with a playful groove that’s both fun and technically stimulating. “Ragamuffin” introduces ragtime elements, demanding clarity in articulation and a steady pulse. “Charlbury Charleston” closes the set with a toe-tapping homage to the 1920s, full of syncopation and flair