Ian Deterling

The Star-Spangled Banner Saxophone Ensemble

The Star-Spangled Banner (John Stafford Smith)

  • saxophone ensemble

  • ca. 1:30

Program Notes

Composed by John Stafford Smith, arr. Ian Deterling.

  • Triumphant and textually rich, this elegant rendition of the national anthem is reflective of the United States; arranged democratically where each part has a degree of independence, the culmination of these distinct voices come together to form a cohesive whole.

Instrumentation:

  • Soprano Saxophones 1, 2

  • Alto Saxophones 1-4

  • Tenor Saxophone

  • Baritone Saxophone

  • Bass Saxophone (optional)