Sanctus

Sanctus for alto saxophone and piano is a lyrical, elegiac melody that reflects the spirit of a bygone age.a The musical language is tonal but chromatic and has proved a popular item at recitals where its been played. The piano shares some of the melodic material with the saxophone and the music evokes peace and tranquility; theres a brief yet passionate passage near the middle of the piece before the music returns to the quite place where it began. The range generally stays below top D though top E appears once.a Piano cues appear in the sax part where appropriate. This work would make an excellent addition to a saxophone recital.