Product Description
This beginner-level solo tenor saxophone arrangement of the Minuet in G Major (BWV Anh. 114) presents the iconic melody in a clean, simplified format. Although often attributed to Johann Sebastian Bach, the piece was actually composed by Christian Petzold, a Baroque composer from Germany. Written around 1725, it became widely known through the Notebook for Anna Magdalena Bach, making it one of the most popular pieces in early classical education.
What youll find in this sheet music:
Solo tenor saxophone arrangement (in A Major transposed for B instrument)
No ornaments, trills, or embellishments
Comfortable range for beginners
Large, easy-to-read notation
Great for tone, phrasing, and rhythmic stability
Perfect for early study, practice, or school performances
About the music:
The Minuet in G Major is a classic Baroque dance with symmetrical phrasing and elegant melody. Its widely used in beginner classical training and helps students explore the basics of classical style.
About the instrument Tenor Saxophone:
As a B transposing instrument, the tenor sax gives the melody a rich, warm tone. This arrangement helps new players develop sound, control, and musical expression in a relaxed register.
This product was created by a member of ArrangeMe, Hal Leonard's global self-publishing community of independent composers, arrangers, and songwriters. ArrangeMe allows for the publication of unique arrangements of both popular titles and original compositions from a wide variety of voices and backgrounds.