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About this show

Join us as we explore the history of the saxophone through 300 years of music performed by an exciting yet subtle chamber duo.This concert explores a broad range of music, from pieces by J.S Bach which predate the saxophone by over 100 years, to modern compositions which push the limits of the instrument. Between these moments you will hear some of the greatest works for saxophone, from the popular showcase Pequeña Czarda to the elegant staple Tableaux de Provence.Hear the many moods and timbres of the saxophone, from delicately soaring melodies, to dark, enchanting arias and joyful, raucous moments.Programme:J.S. Bach - Partita No. 2 for Solo Violin: IV. GigueRobert Schumann - 3 RomancesJ. B Singelée - Concertino Op. 78Eugène Bozza - AriaPierre Lantier - Sicilienne Pedro Itturalde - Pequeña CzardaPaul Bonneau - Caprice en Forme de ValsePaule Maurice - Tableaux de ProvenceSteven Banks - SurrenderAbout the performers:Alex Trask is a saxophonist based in Pōneke. He has a keen interest in the classical saxophone and has studied with some of New Zealand's leading player such as Simon Brew and Reuben Chin. He is a member of the Royal New Zealand Air Force Band and has performed with many other significant organizations such as Gallery Orchestra, Saxcess, Wellington Youth Orchestra, and Wellington City Symphonic Band.Alex is also an accomplished jazz player, and has performed all over the country.…

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