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Definition of Saxophones
1. saxophone [n] - See also: saxophone
Lexicographical Neighbors of Saxophones
Literary usage of Saxophones
Below you will find example usage of this term as found in modern and/or classical literature:
1. The Technique of the Modern Orchestra: A Manual of Practical Instrumentation by Charles Marie Widor (1906)
"The saxophones are written in the G clef, whatever their actual pitch may be.
* * Avoid attacking pianissimo the notes comprised in the lowest sixth: ..."
2. A treatise upon modern instrumentation and orchestration: Containing an by Hector Berlioz, Mary Cowden Clarke (1858)
"These are saxophones. These new voices given to the orchestra, possess most rare
and precious qualities. Soft and penetrating in the higher part, ..."
3. A Biographical Dictionary of Musicians by Theodore Baker (1905)
"2 overtures, l quintet f. pf. and saxophones (a combination original with F.), 2
string-quartets, 2 quartets f. saxophones ; a pf.-concerto in F min.; ..."
4. A Treatise on Modern Instrumentation and Orchestration: To which is Appended by Hector Berlioz (1882)
"They are called saxophones. These new voices given to the orchestra possess most
rare and precious qualities. Soft and penetrating in the higher part, ..."
5. A treatise upon modern instrumentation and orchestration by Hector Berlioz, Mary Cowden Clarke (1858)
"These are saxophones. These new voices given to the orchestra, possess most rare
and precious qualities. Soft and penetrating in the higher part, ..."
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