Product Description
This easy-level tenor saxophone solo arrangement of "La Campanella" by Franz Liszt presents the main theme with simplified notation and no ornaments, making it more accessible for beginner to intermediate players. Originally part of Liszt's Grand Etudes de Paganini, this piece is known for its virtuosic runs and bell-like high notes. In this arrangement, I simplified the theme and removed all ornaments, focusing on the core melody and arpeggios, making it easier to play while still preserving the essence of the original composition.
What youll find in this sheet music:
Tenor saxophone solo with simplified melody and no ornaments
Clear notation with the core theme and basic arpeggios
Ideal for recitals, lessons, or personal practice
Focus on tone, phrasing, and expression
Beginner to intermediate level rhythm and range
About the music:
"La Campanella" is the third piece from Liszt's Grand Etudes de Paganini (S. 141), composed in 1851, based on Paganini's Violin Concerto No. 2. This piece is famous for its brilliant technical demands, featuring rapid arpeggios and high, bell-like notes. By simplifying the theme and removing the ornaments, this arrangement is made more approachable for intermediate tenor saxophonists.
About the instrument Tenor Saxophone:
The tenor saxophones warm, resonant tone works beautifully for this arrangement, bringing depth and richness to the melody. This version provides an opportunity for tenor saxophonists to focus on phrasing, breath control, and musical expression, while staying within a manageable range for beginner to intermediate players.
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.