The Star-Spangled Banner (John Stafford Smith)
saxophone ensemble (8 players minimum)
ca. 1:30
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Composed by John Stafford Smith, arr. Ian Deterling.
Triumphant and textually rich, this elegant rendition of the national anthem is reflective of the United States; arranged democratically where each part has a degree of independence, the culmination of these distinct voices come together to form a cohesive whole.
Instrumentation (8 players minimum)
Soprano Saxophones 1, 2
Alto Saxophones 1-4
Tenor Saxophone
Baritone Saxophone
Bass Saxophone (optional)