Name: Funiculì, Funiculà - Solo Alto Sax in Ab Major - Intermediate (arr. MissoRB) by Luigi Denza Alto Sax Solo Digital Sheet Music
Brand: MissoRB
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Funiculì, Funiculà - Solo Alto Sax in Ab Major - Intermediate (arr. MissoRB)
by Luigi Denza Alto Sax Solo - Digital Sheet Music

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Product Details

Title Funiculì, Funiculà - Solo Alto Sax in Ab Major - Intermediate (arr. MissoRB)

Artist Luigi Denza

Score Type

PDF, Included with PASS

Composer Luigi Denza

Arranger MissoRB

Format Digital Sheet Music

Pages 2

Arrangement Alto Sax Solo

Publisher MissoRB

Level 3

Product ID 1785703

Genre Traditional Classical 19th Century Historic

Instruments Alto Sax

Product Description

This intermediate-level alto saxophone solo arrangement of "Funiculì, Funiculà" by Luigi Denza features the original Neapolitan lyrics aligned beneath the melody to help guide expressive phrasing. Composed in 1880, with lyrics by Peppino Turco, the piece was written to celebrate the opening of the Mount Vesuvius funicular railway. This version is transposed for E alto saxophone and preserves the lively spirit of the original in a clear and idiomatic setting for solo performance.

What youll find in this sheet music:
E Alto Saxophone solo (unaccompanied)
Original Neapolitan lyrics under the melodic line
Intermediate-level technique and articulation
Great for solo study, recitals, or cultural events
Maintains operatic energy in a concise solo form
Encourages phrasing, expression, and stylistic interpretation

About the music:
Composed in 1880, Funiculì, Funiculà was created by Luigi Denza with lyrics by Peppino Turco to commemorate the launch of Naples Mount Vesuvius cable railway. Though often mistaken for a traditional folk song, its an original composition that quickly became world-famous.

About the instrument Alto Saxophone:
The alto saxophones lyrical and bright tone is well-suited for this festive, vocal-style melody. The melodic range and rhythmic clarity help intermediate players develop control and stylistic sensitivity.

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