Suite romantique No.3: Chanson triste, Alto Saxophone and Piano

French composer, Robert Planel (1908-1994) was the son of composer and founder of the Music School of Montelimar, Alphonse Planel. Planel junior was an exceptionally accomplished musician, reflected in his composition,Suite Romantiquefor Alto Saxophone and Piano.

The sixth movement ofSuite Romantique, Sad Song is a sublime, legato piece for intermediate level saxophonists. With a typical performance lasting about three minutes, Planel's Sad Song addresses a wide range, chromaticism, dotted rhythms, dynamics, tempo changes, key changes and variety inperformance directions. Planel'sSuite Romantiqueis an exciting addition to the modern repertoire of the Saxophone and cannot be missed by aspiring saxophonists.