Scherzo

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Scherzo (1850)

from the String Quartet in F

Emilie Mayer (1812 – 1883)

SATB Saxophone Quartet

Scherzo by Emilie Mayer arranged for SATB Saxophone Quartet. The String Quartet in F (ca. 1850), is a demonstration of Mayer’s mastery of the form. The light-hearted scherzo is the second movement. It is a very good fit for the saxophone quartet. There is an easy flow of melodies between the instruments. All the parts have a significant roll to play.

This arrangement of Scherzo is for SATB Saxophone Quartet. The scherzo is in the original key of F major. The tempo is a fast allegro throughout with no tempo changes. Performance time is about 6 minutes with all repeats. If no repeats are taken in the trio section, performance time is around 4.5 minutes. With a little work, a good high school quartet should find success with this piece.

• The range for each saxophone part is shown below.
• Audio and score excerpts are available above.

Saxophone Range for Scherzo from the String Quartet in F

The soprano sax part extends into the lower altissimo range. The alto sax part is often quite high as well. Alternate notes are included in the parts for those wishing to avoid this.

About the Composer

Emilie Luise Frederica Mayer (14 May 1812 – 10 April 1883) was a German Romantic composer who became one of the most prolific female composers of the 19th century. She composed eight symphonies and numerous chamber works, piano sonatas, and orchestral overtures.

Despite the limited opportunities for women in professional music during her time, she achieved wide recognition and public performance of her music across Germany. In the 21st century, her work has been rediscovered and celebrated for its craftsmanship, originality, and contribution to the Romantic repertoire.

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