Scott Joplin 
Saxophone sheet music for Quartet ‘Maple Leaf Rag’ (score & parts) 
intermediate level

‘
Maple Leaf Rag ‘ – A Ragtime Masterpiece Arranged for
Saxophone Quartet

Delve into the rhythmic vivacity and melodic charm of Scott Joplin’s legendary ‘Maple Leaf Rag’ with this expert arrangement by Francesco Leone. Crafted for intermediate saxophone quartets, this version of the ragtime classic allows for flexible instrumentation, accommodating either SATB (Soprano, Alto, Tenor, Baritone) or AATB (Alto I, Alto II, Tenor, Baritone) configurations.

This arrangement carefully respects the original spirit of Joplin’s composition while adapting it for a contemporary saxophone quartet. The package includes complete
scores and parts for Bb Soprano Saxophone (with an alternate Eb Alto Saxophone part to substitute for the soprano when needed), Eb Alto Saxophone, Bb Tenor Saxophone, and Eb Baritone Saxophone. Each part is meticulously crafted to ensure a balanced and enjoyable ensemble experience.

Get a sneak peek of this exquisite arrangement with an audio demo available at www.glissato.it (product code: EG0886). This demo provides an insightful preview, showcasing the arrangement’s fidelity to Joplin’s original work and its adaptability to the unique timbres of a saxophone quartet.

Enhance your ensemble’s repertoire with ‘Maple Leaf Rag’ by Scott Joplin, arranged by Francesco Leone, and rediscover this timeless ragtime piece through the expressive voice of saxophones.