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The publisher Carl Fischer has really been making investments into saxophone literature lately.  We are pleased to offer a new edition of the famous Ferling 48 etudes now entitled 48 Studies for Alto Saxophone, Op. 31.  This new title includes the original 48 etudes PLUS newly composed piano accompaniments to provide a fresh approach to learning these old standards.

When it comes time for saxophonists to audition for college music department admission, many students arrive unprepared or poorly prepared.  Having listened to many college entrance auditions I've encountered two common problems:

1. scales played poorly, with a limited range and fewer than the 12 majors scales performed;
2. performing a piece that is too difficult for the player.

Students frequently ask me for music recommendations.  Most of the time I select from a well-worn list of standard classical saxophone music, both original and transcribed, that would be appropriate.  Now, for the student who has no assistance from another who knows the literature, or for the student who has no access to a private teacher to help prepare the audition, there is an excellent, comprehensive collection of materials that will satisfy the needs of most college/university auditions.