Apollo
for Soprano Saxophone and Wind Ensemble
by Brian Balmages
Concert Band - Sheet Music

Item Number: 18631803
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Instruments
Soprano Saxophone
Ensembles
Concert Band
Composers
Brian Balmages
Publishers
The FJH Music Company Inc
Series
Canzonique Music
Formats
Score
Item Types
Physical
Levels
Grade 6
Usages
School and Community
Concert Band Soprano Saxophone, Wind Ensemble - Grade 6

SKU: AP.98-CM7004S

For Soprano Saxophone and Wind Ensemble. Composed by Brian Balmages. Concert Band. Canzonique Music. Score. Duration 12:30. The FJH Music Company Inc #98-CM7004S. Published by The FJH Music Company Inc (AP.98-CM7004S).

English.

This concerto for soprano saxophone and wind ensemble is based on the tragedy of the Apollo 1 mission, in which a fire swept through the command module during a preflight test on January 27, 1967. All three astronauts onboard were killed, including Gus Grissom, the commander. This work makes extensive use of contemporary sounds and effects, seeking to portray the events of that day as experienced by Grissom himself (the work is dedicated to the memory of Grissom). Absolutely stunning writing for both soloist and ensemble, this work is a wonderful addition to the repertoire.