Perhaps the most "different" Hartley work among his pieces for saxophone; all four movements are crafted after styles and dance forms derived from Mexican/Hispanic heritage--Pastorale (irregular 4/4), Tango, Canzon, Manchega; uniquely elegant writing, tonal while flavored nicely with Hartley's chromaticism (S-A-A-T-B-Bs) approx. duration 11:30
CD RECORDINGS:
"Walter S. Hartley. Music for Saxophones" The Syracuse University Saxophone Ensemble, Ronald L. Caravan, Conductor. (Mark Records, 50590-MCD).
Walter S. Hartley:
Serenade for Saxophones (SAATBBs)
$37.50
