The 4a4 Saxophone Quartet exists since summer 1998. The members are: Séverine Hiairrassary (Soprano), Pierre Philippe (Alto), Bernard Marillia (Tenor, Arr.), Philippe Marillia (Baritone, Arr.). We propose programs adapted to the place and the style of the demonstrations envisaged.
Saxophone Quartet Links on the Web
These pages display links to a wide range of other saxophone quartet websites, arranged in alphabetical order. If you would like us to include a quartet site not listed here, please email the web address and we will include it.
The Allegro Saxophone Quartet was formed in the early 1980's by four folks who realized that playing saxophone is one of the most enjoyable activities known to man! The current members of the quartet have been playing together since 2000, and still have a great time playing sax!
The AM/PM Sax Quartet is dedicated to the promotion of new music through engaging and unique performances. Based in New York City and Baltimore, AM/PM has performed at the 2009 Look & Listen Festival (NYC), the 32nd and 33rd International Saxophone Symposium, and toured with Rhymes With Opera. Each season AM/PM presents premieres and pieces by young composers alongside established works in contemporary music.
The Ancia Saxophone Quartet, an international touring ensemble, is dedicated to the performance of traditional saxophone quartet repertoire and to the creation of new works for saxophone quartet. Founded in 1990, the Quartet has been the recipient of numerous national grants and awards.
The South West's premier saxophone quartet. A dynamic ensemble drawing from diverse musical backgrounds, fusing jazz, contemporary & classical into an energetic and vibrant sound.
Anubis Quartet is a new-generation modular saxophone ensemble committed to the creation, progression, and performance of new music. The quartet establishes a symbolic connection between Anubis, the Egyptian God of the Underworld, and the volatile yet sensual world of sound, color, and transformation which is vital to contemporary music.
The Astraeus Saxophone Quartet was established in 2008 at Trinity College of Music and aims to continue to develop the repertoire for saxophone quartets by commissioning new works. By giving regular recitals the group also aims to raise the profile of saxophone quartets in the public domain.
The Athens Saxophone Quartet (ASQ) was founded by Athanasios Zervas in 1997 and is considered one of the finest chamber music ensembles of Greece. The ASQ has frequent appearances internationally in music festivals and concert halls, and has premiered more than one hundred compositions.
The Atlantic Saxophone Quartet is a unique small ensemble made up of advanced college and high school student musicians guided by a professional player/teacher.
The Aurelia Saxophone Quartet was founded in Rome, Italy, by four young dutchmen in 1982. Since then the quartet has travelled all over the world, recorded over ten CDs, premiered around a hundred works dedicated to the quartet and worked together with artists from all disciplines.
Since 2008, Lars Niederstraßer, Peter Vigh, Kirstin Niederstraßer and Eva van Grinsven form the Berlage Saxophone Quartet. The ensemble plays much diversified programs, also with pieces they have arranged themselves.
The Black Swamp Saxophone has been presenting unique and exciting performances since its inception in 1986. The quartet plays a variety of musical styles and selects literature from a vast repertoire of classical, jazz and contemporary music. Many of the works performed have been written for the BSSQ by composers such as Pulitzer and Grammy winning composer Jennifer Higdon and University of Michigan composer Evan Chambers.
The Boston Saxophone Quartet is a unique blend of musicians combining a tremendous range of repertoire and individual experience in wind performance. Members of the BSQ have performed with the Boston Pops and Boston Symphony Orchestra and leading Broadway theaters throughout New England.
Charley Gerard started the The Broken Reed Saxophone Quartet in 2002. A composer, saxophonist and music author with a degree in ethnomusicology from Columbia, Charley Gerard lives jazz.
The Capitol Quartet is widely considered among the most exciting chamber ensembles performing today. Comprised of saxophonists who are teaching faculty at America's leading music schools and alumni of the Premiere U.S. Military bands, the Capitol Quartet has captured the imaginations of critics and audiences alike.
Formed in 1968, the Chicago Saxophone Quartet is a dynamic and virtuosic ensemble that has achieved a distinguished reputation for excellence in musical performance. Over the past thirty years, members of the Quartet have played for enthusiastic audiences in Europe, North America, and Southeast Asia. Throughout its history, the Chicago Saxophone Quartet has undertaken a diverse array of performance opportunities.
The Clazzical Saxophone Quartet was formed in 1998 with the intention of performing serious and challenging music while exposing audiences to the diversity and elegance of the saxophone. The cross-over of classical and jazz styles and the sultry, rich expressions of the tenor, alto, soprano, and baritone saxophones creates a unique musical experience that will surprise and excite the listener.
Combining the diverse paths of two pairs of Saxophone players, Compass Quartet – Christina Leonard, Jeremy Rose, Matthew Ottignon, Luke Gilmour – form one of the most interesting and dynamic groups to emerge in Australia’s music scene. Inspired by the idea of breaking down barriers between classical music and improvised jazz, Compass takes an innovative and flexible approach to concert programming, combining influences as that are, distinct, new and unusual.
Copenhagen Saxophone Quartet is one of Denmark's most recognized ensembles in the field of classical chamber music. Since the debut in 1998, the quartet has toured Ireland, Germany, Belgium, Scandinavia, Austria, Croatia, the USA, Iceland, UK, Italy, and Poland, and has taken part in an official state visit to Slovenia with the Danish royal couple.
The Cosmos Saxophone Quartet was formed in 2004. The group’s repertoire includes a mix of jazz and classical arrangements and compositions by J.S Bach, Dave Brubeck, Charlie Parker, Samuel Barber, Phil Woods, Gordon Goodwin, Vince Rimbach, Ian Babb and Bob Mintzer.
Cul de Sax has been featured in numerous concerts and resorts in Maine, including Inn by the Sea, Sebasco Estates, the Spruce Point Inn, and The Balsams. It has played for audiences at the Portland Museum of Art, the Farnsworth Museum in Rockland, and the Portland Conservatory of Music.
The Desert Wind Saxophone Quartet offers audiences an unique blend of concert programming by combining traditional quartet chamber literature with jazz and popular music. By utilizing the saxophone's versatility to its fullest potential, they have attained a reputation of presenting concerts with vastly varying musical styles.
The DLSQ performs arrangements of jazz standards, though the arrangements and originals of the 29th Street Saxophone Quartet and World Saxophone Quartet could also be found on its repertoire.
ESQ’s diverse approach to jazz standards, coupled with their own compositions and the performance of works by contemporary composers, has caught the attention of many audiences since their formation in 2001. The eclipse saxophone quartet plays in a variety of settings, from classical recitals in concert halls to modern jazz in less formal venues.
The ELISION Saxophone Quartet captivates with power, grace, and elegance during stylistically diverse and virtuosic programs. The quartet dazzles audiences with an entertaining recipe of classical, Latin, jazz, popular, and world music styles. The quartetʼs performances of J.S. Bach, Leonard Bernstein, Chick Corea, Astor Piazzolla, and Phil Woods music have in recent seasons become proven audience favorites.
The Erie Quartet was formed in 2006 with a specific goal: promoting and preserving the saxophone as a voice in classical chamber music. Following the vision of its inventor, Adophe Sax (1814-1894), the Erie Quartet strives to utilize the many tonal colors and the extreme flexibility of the saxophone through interpretation of new music and transcriptions.
From Baroque to Modern the Fairfax Saxophone Quartet is "Classi Jazz." The FSQ demonstrates the amazing versatility of the saxophone by performing a wide variety of musical styles, including timeless arrangements of classical favorites, traditional French saxophone music, Broadway hits, Ragtime, contemporary arrangements of popular music, and Jazz.
The Florentia Saxophone Quartet was born in 2004 inside the saxophone course of the Conservatorio di Musica “L. Cherubini” in Florence, under the guidance of maestro Roberto Frati, with the intention of showing the flexibility of this instrument and the countless musical possibilities this kind of group can offer. Therefore, their repertoire ranges from original compositions to transcriptions of classical and contemporary music, as well as jazz and world music.
The Frontier Saxophone Quartet, founded in 2003, is a chamber music ensemble comprised of soprano, alto, tenor, and baritone saxophones. Its members are active performers in the North Country of New York State and Montreal, Canada region. The name "Frontier" reflects various facets of the group: the international mix of its members, the cross-border cooperation that allows their musical collaboration to take place, and the group's frequent performances of new works that explore the "musical frontier." In addition to new works, the Frontier Quartet's repertory consists of original works and occasional transcriptions for saxophone quartet that exploit the sonorous and blending qualities of this group of instruments.
In the year 2003, while pursuing their undergraduate degrees at Montclair State University in Upper Montclair, NJ, four classical saxophone students began performing together regularly. Though changing members a few times, the group managed to stay together and has been a quartet ever since.
Four internationally renowned saxophonists—Rhett Bender, Jennifer Turpen, Scott Turpen and John Bleuel—are the Globe Saxophone Quartet. They began playing together in 1994 as graduate students at the University of Georgia. Early successes include twice competing in the semi-final round of the Fischoff National Chamber Music Competition and winning first prize in 1995 at the NACWAPI National Symposium Chamber Music Competition.
The award-winning h2 quartet has been wowing audiences since 2002. This all-saxophone ensemble has performed throughout the United States, in Europe, and in Asia, in venues from Los Angeles' Walt Disney Hall to the Canker dom in Ljubljana, Slovenia to the Times Center in New York City.
The object of our quartet is to play good music in legitimate style much the same as in a string quartet or other chamber music group. We are trying to stimulate good musicianship and playing, and show it can be done even with saxophones. Our material is the biggest draw-back, but we are getting more composers to write for us and hope it will show composers the possibility of the saxophone for good, serious works.
Covering everything from Bach to the Beatles and beyond, these four women combine their considerable talents to make up one of the country's premier professional saxophone ensembles. Able to cross stylistic boundaries with ease, their performance credits include classical recitals, community and cultural festivals, radio, TV, and even their hometown Chicago Bulls games!
The Italian Saxophone Quartet was formed in 1982, bringing together four of the most established soloists in their field. In 1984 and 1985, they won several chamber music competitions and in particular, were awarded first prize in the ‘Premier Ancona’ by Goffredo Petrassi.
THE JAZZAX SAXOPHONE QUARTET performs unique and original material by its members, newly composed works for saxophone quartet, as well as classic jazz repertoire arranged for four saxophones. JAZZAX specializes in performing music that features improvisation, always creating spontaneous and engaging live performances.
Saxophonist JOSEPH WYTKO, visiting Professor of Music (Saxophone) at the University of Georgia, has been described by the San Francisco Chronicle as a performer with "astounding musicianship — virtuoso playing — a winner,"...
The Jutlandia Saxophone Quartet was established in 1996 by three of the current members. In the years that followed the JSQ quickly became one of the most active players on the classical music scene in Denmark, presenting the original repertoire for saxophone quartet along with brand new works commissioned by the quartet and, what turned into a specialty, the adaption of great classical works such as Brahms ”Variations on a theme by Joseph Haydn”, Mussorgskys ”Pictures at an Echibition” and many others.
The Lake George Saxophone Quartet was formed by four friends with a passion for playing saxophone and for sharing our sound to those who would listen. Our musical selections are tailored to the audience in attendance. Classical music at a wedding, add light jazz and blues to a cocktail party and if other musicians drop by in a bar setting, well, it's Jamming Time!
The Lenoir Saxophone Ensemble has been around since its inception in 1992 spreading the wonders of the saxophone quartet to as many places and ears as possible. Lenoir Saxophone Ensemble combined all its forces together a few years back and become LSE, Inc.-a non-profit organization dedicated to serving the underserved and underprivileged.
Hailed as “A new bright light in the world of chamber music”, the Mana Quartet has, since its inception in 2004, exposed listeners throughout the United States, Canada, and Europe to thoughtful presentations of music ranging from Bach, to the contemporary American composer, Charles Wuorinen, to the Argentinean tango master, Astor Piazzolla.
South Florida saxophonists Gary Keller, Gary Lindsay, Ed Calle, and Mike Brignola have created a contemporary sound unique among saxophone quartets. Led by the award winning writing of Lindsay and Calle, the group explores the realms of Jazz, Pop, Latin, R&B, and chamber music, performing both originals and their own arrangements...
The Morosco Saxophone Quartet is a newly formed virtuoso quartet which reflects the eclectic and varied capabilities of its' leader and founder, Victor Morosco. The Quartet's broad repetoire runs the gamut from Bach to Be-Bop, and a usual program reflects these capabilities. Mr. Morosco has been a champion of this style of music since his debut recital at Carnegie Hall in 1962.
The only ensemble of its kind to ever win First Prize of the Concert Artists Guild Competition, the New Century Saxophone Quartet is a pioneering and versatile group. Winning new-found enthusiasm for the saxophone quartet and its diverse repertory, the ensemble’s program ranges from the Baroque to innovative contemporary works to imaginative transcriptions.
The New Day Saxophone Quartet is a ground-breaking ensemble dedicated to bringing their audience an exciting and unique experience. Their imaginative and versatile programs give the audience a blend of music ranging from traditional chamber pieces to the rich sound of jazz and popular music.
Formed in 1987, The New Hudson Saxophone Quartet possesses a rare combination: a dedication to playing a diversity of American music combined with a beautiful, blending saxophone sound. Their repertoire can range from newly commissioned works by Robert Kyr, David Noon, Elias Tanenbaum and Dexter Morrill, to music by 19th-century American composer Caryl Florio and to classic Hollywood Sax Quartet versions of popular song standards.
The NYSQ is dedicated to commissioning new works for the saxophone ensemble and performing contemporary cutting-edge repertoire in both the classical and jazz fields. Our goal is to establish a worthwhile link between our audience and the new works we present, as well as to educate and inspire the next generation of performers.
Nordic Saxophone Quartet was formed in 2002 as a common desire to support and care for Nordic music and composers from the Nordic countries.
The Northstar Saxophone Quartet exemplifies how beautiful, versatile, and enjoyable the saxophone can be. Northstar's unique and eclectic musical repertoire provides your event the dignity and beauty of classical music alongside a vivacious and fun variety of jazz, popular, ragtime, folk, and seasonal tunes.
The Oasis Quartet has emerged out of a shared goal of interpreting dynamic repertoire at the highest level. In the tradition of fine chamber ensembles, Oasis Quartet's nuanced performances of string and wind arrangements are as fresh, authentic and arresting as their interpretations of original works for saxophone.
The Original Sax Quartet is a Wiltshire based ensemble. Formed in 2002 its members bring with them diverse musical talents and performing experiences which merge in this professional ensemble’s bright playing style and warm delivery.
The Orion Saxophone Quartet (1989), established by Jeff Benedict and Charles Richard, both of whom were recent products of Harvey Pittel's saxophone studio at the University of Texas. Staunch devotees of Pittel's rich, expansive tone, they wanted to form a group based in Los Angeles that would play in the same bold and unapologetic manner they had studied so assiduously under his tutelage.
The Osland Saxophone Quartet is a chamber ensemble based in Lexington, Kentucky. It's members have brought together musical experiences from both the East and West Coasts, as well as the Mid-West.
The Philadelphia based Philly Saxophone Quartet, led by musical director, Giacomo DeAnnuntis, was formed early in 2004 to bring the enjoyment of saxophone ensemble music to a wider audience in the Philadelphia area.
The Premiere Saxophone Quartet is an exciting chamber ensemble that is actively encouraging composers to write new works for the saxophone quartet. Founded in 2005, they have premiered several new works written for the quartet, including Laura Karpman’s Take Four for sax quartet and chamber orchestra, and French composer, Lucie Robert-Diessel’s Issos for saxophone quartet and piano which you will find on this “premiere” recording by the quartet.
The Presidio Saxophone Quartet plays with a level of refinement that characterizes the very best chamber ensembles. This seasoned quartet performs with technical fluency, rhythmic exactitude, elegant phrasing, and a broad dynamic palette. The result is an unforgettable musical experience.
Intriguing programs of great beauty and breadth have distinguished the PRISM Quartet as one of America's foremost chamber ensembles. Two-time winners of the CMA/ASCAP Award for Adventurous Programming, PRISM has performed in Carnegie Hall, in Alice Tully Hall, and throughout Latin America under the auspices of the United States Information Agency.
Specializing in the eclectic mixing of musical styles including jazz, classical, ragtime, klezmer, popular and swing customized for your special event.
A standing ovation by a generous and appreciative audience following a magical March 2003 Jordan Hall debut; this new saxophone quartet represents the development of thirty years of performance and teaching for founder Kenneth Radnofsky.
Looking for some great music at your next event? The Raleigh Saxophone Quartet is an ensemble that provides fun and entertaining music for any occasion. Our extensive song list will appeal to audiences of all ages. And, we don't require a single electrical outlet!
The ensemble carries on a tradition established in the 1930’s by the pioneer of the classical saxophone and founding member of the quartet Sigurd Raschèr, who animated many composers to write music especially for him. In a similar fashion, the quartet has inspired over 325 composers to dedicate music to them, including, Aho, Beamish, Berio, Bergman, Bialas, Dean, Denhoff, Donatoni, Firsowa, Franke, Glass, Gubaidulina, Halffter, Kagel, Kaipainen, Kancheli, Keuris, de Leeuw, Maros, Moe, Nilsson, Nordgren, Nørgard, Rosenblum, Raskatov, Sandström, Stucky, Terzakis, Tüür, Urbanner, Wuorinen, Xenakis, and Chen Yi.
The Red Clay Saxophone Quartet was formed in 2003 in North Carolina when the fates conspired to bring four internationally recognized saxophonists together in Greensboro. The RCSQ takes its name from the area's luscious red soil. The Quartet's repertoire features music by composers as varied as Ben Johnston, Burton Beerman, Mark Engebretson, Lenny Pickett, Alejandro Rutty, Ben Boone, Steve Reich and Gavin Bryars.
The Red Line Sax Quartet is comprised of students from the Eastman School of Music, a school of the University of Rochester and America's "Hottest School for Music" according to the 2008 Kaplan/Newsweek How to get into College guide. Since the Spring of 2008, Red Line has made a historic sweep of top prizes at America's most reknowned chamber music competitions...
The Rhode Island Saxophone Quartet (RISQ) was founded in 1988. Since that time, RISQ has performed numerous concerts in the Rhode Island and Greater Boston Area, as well as South Korea. The quartet has given world premieres of saxophone quartets by composers Gregory Pascuzzi and Richard Lane, and given the American debut of 'Toon, Variations, and Fugue' by Thomas Hojnacki.
The Rocky Mountain Saxophone Quartet is Denver and the Front Range’s premiere performance group. We are a professional ensemble dedicated to providing an exceptional musical experience for all your special events.
Rova Saxophone Quartet explores the synthesis of composition and collective improvisation, creating exciting, genre-bending music that challenges and inspires. It is one of the longest-standing groups in the music movement that has its roots in post-bop, free jazz, avant-rock, and 20th century new music, and draws inspiration from the visual arts and from the traditional and popular music styles of Africa, Asia, Europe and the United States.
This is the official site, for SFSAX & the SFSQ(San Francisco Saxophone Quartet Saxophone Quartets arrangements written for four saxophones: Soprano, Alto, Tenor, and Baritone (SATB)
Saxema is a talented saxophone quartet from Canberra, Australia. Showcasing the versatility of the saxophone family, Saxema's repertoire spans from the renaissance to the present day. Jazz, ragtime, classical works, show tunes and much more are brought to life on soprano, alto, tenor and baritone saxophones.
No matter what or where the occasion or event, from Newport Rhode Island to Newport Beach, CA, the live music of the four saxophone ladies is fully mobile and requires no amplification. Stylish & hip, classy & sophisticated, you will enjoy 154Sax performance.
The Siam Saxophone Quartet performs 20th century classical music for saxophone quartet along with other styles. Moreover, this quartet represents the new generation of saxophone and will be the new role model for saxophonists in Thailand.
The SPECTRUM Saxophone Quartet is a pioneering ensemble dedicated to exploring the entire array of musical colors available to the saxophone. This unique and fascinating group is the only quartet in the world to regularly perform on the entire saxophone family from the tiny sopranino to the majestic seven-foot tall contrabass.
The Texas Saxophone Quartet was formed in 1983 with the goal of performing chamber music at the highest level while introducing new audiences to the classical side of the saxophone.
The Three Rivers Saxophone Quartet was formed in May 1973 to explore the wealth of literature written for saxophone quartet. The members were students at Duquesne University who had worked together in student quartets throughout their college experience. Who knew then that they would keep the sound of the saxophone quartet going strong more than thirty five years later.
The Tidewater Saxophone Quartet performs a unique blend of classical, jazz, and popular musical styles. From creating atmosphere and background music to performing full concerts, the Tidewater Saxophone Quartet will provide you with a great sound whatever your needs may be.
THE TIPTONS Sax Quartet (formerly BTMSQ) is based in New York and Seattle. The group features original members & composers Jessica Lurie and Amy Denio. Since 1991, their unforgettable performances have graced festivals throughout North America and Europe.
The Toronto Saxophone Quartet always provides a unique and exciting listening experience. We have over1000 selections in our repertoire; thus, we can play an exceptionally wide variety of music -- jazz and swing, ragtime, Broadway and Hollywood, religious music and Christmas carols, and the classics.
The United States Coast Guard Band Saxophone Quartet is comprised of the saxophone section of the U.S. Coast Guard Band, one of the five premier U.S. military bands. In addition to performing throughout Taiwan in 2009 and 2010, the Quartet performs regularly at conferences held by the World Saxophone Congress and the North American Saxophone Alliance, and has performed at the Midwest Band and Orchestra Clinic and at Carnegie Hall.
The UK Saxophone Quartet program is a comprehensive and active course of study that provides a progressive performance experience in saxophone chamber music. The four quartets prepare and perform repertoire covering a variety of genres from classical transcriptions to contemporary works and jazz pieces.
The Veya Saxophone Quartet is one of the UK's leading chamber ensembles. This award-winning ensemble have performed recitals throughout the UK and America. As a contemporary classical group they have been involved in several premieres and their 2006 debut album "Homemade - Six British Composers" features a selection of music by some of the UK's leading composers.
The Vienna Saxophone Quartet was founded in 1995 by amateur musicians who dwell in the vicinity of Vienna, Virginia. The repertoire of chamber music includes original compositions for saxophone quartet, transcriptions of classical music, light jazz, ragtime, and novelty music.
The Vis-á-Vis Quartet is a saxophone quartet based on Canada’s west coast. on Vancouver Island. The members of Vis á Vis are classically trained performers who enjoy playing in a variety of styles from early to contemporary music, and they are remarkably versatile, having eclectic interests from classical compositions to new works with pop and jazz influences.
WSaxQ is the most widely heard saxophone quartet in the United States. Since 1997, recorded arrangements by the Washington Saxophone Quartet have aired daily throughout the United States on National Public Radio's broadcasts of "All Things Considered".
Formed in 1984 by Washington, D.C. area saxophonist, flutist, composer and arranger Clayton Englar, Windmill has developed a unique and highly eclectic sound over the years, drawing not only from jazz but classical, pop, Latin and avant-garde forms, and using a vast array of woodwind instruments: soprano to bass saxophones, flutes and clarinets.
The World Saxophone Quartet is an jazz ensemble founded in 1977, implementing elements of free funk and African jazz into their musical routines. The original members were Julius Hemphill, Oliver Lake, Hamiet Bluiett, alto clarinet), and David Murray. The first three had worked together as members of the Black Artists' Group in St. Louis, Missouri.
The Wright State Saxophone Quartet is a performing chamber ensemble comprised of Wright State University music students under the musical coaching of Professor Shelley Jagow. All members are music education and/or performance majors at Wright State University in Dayton, Ohio. Quartet membership is chosen annually on a highly selective audition process.
The graduates of the University of Zagreb Music Academy (Croatia) in the class of Prof. Josip Nochta founded the Zagreb Saxophone Quartet, which has been performing with the present members since 1989.
Formed in 2007, the Zzyzx Quartet has quickly gained highregard after performances at the 2010 and 2008 North American Saxophone Alliance Biennial Conference, the 2009 Navy Band Saxophone Symposium, World Saxophone Congress XV in Bangkok, thailand, as well as numerous guest recitals and master classes across the US.