The saxophone orchestras of the Tilburg Conservatory & ArtEZ

Musical collaboration

The saxophone orchestras of the Tilburg Conservatory and ArtEZ Conservatory perform together. This collaboration has grown out of years of joint projects in education. Teachers Juani Palop Tecles and Ties Mellema share a vision on sound and ensemble playing. You will experience how these institutions collaborate on musical development.

Discover diverse sounds

The combined saxophone orchestra offers a wealth of timbres. The music alternates between rhythmic and lyrical pieces. The program is deliberately varied and showcases diverse compositional styles. You will discover just how versatile a large saxophone ensemble can be.

Listen to well-known works

The concert includes Johann Sebastian Bach's Brandenburg Concerto No. 3 , arranged for saxophone orchestra. You will also hear Maurice Ravel's Le Tombeau de Couperin with refined melodies. These classical pieces receive a new interpretation by the saxophones.

Experience contemporary compositions

In addition to classical works, the orchestra presents *Autumn* by Bart de Vrees. This piece plays with atmosphere and layering. Also on the program is *Air en Scherzo* by Henri Cowell, with Ties Mellema as soloist. You will hear how contemporary composers utilize the saxophone.

Soloists shine

Alexander Glazunov's Saxophone Concerto , in an arrangement by Vincent David, is performed by Juani Palop Tecles as soloist. The concert focuses on the dialogue between soloist and orchestra. Students work together on balance and ensemble playing to form a collective sound. Experience this unique musical event.