This two-part Concerto is in every aspect a contemporary composition but has been inspired by diverse musical styles and composers, such as Bach, Messiaen, jazz and serialism
Part 1 is predominantly slow. A melodious introduction is followed by a temporary upswing which begins as a fugue and turns into a scherzando. The order is restored by the stately theme of a passacaglia, which  in five variations builds up to a climax and ends in tranquility.
Part 2 is predominantly fast. The fierce opening forms a strong contrast with the preceding part. It also introduces the solistic snare drum, which pushes the piece into an abrupt downfall. After a gloomy andante the tempo is gradually increased towards a powerful and virtuoso cadenza. The Concerto is concluded by a reprise and thundering coda. Published by Donemus (NL).

CONCERTO NO. 1 for alto saxophone and concert band - Rene Ruijters

Dutch composer of classical and wind band music.

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