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SOON – for Saxophone Quartet by Daisuke Shimizu

SOON – for Saxophone Quartet by Daisuke Shimizu ​A three-part suite capturing the arc of a concert — from beginning to end. The first movement was composed in 2001, followed by the second and third in 2004. Originally written for a sextet of string quartet, clarinet, and piano, the third movement has been extensively revised and newly arranged for saxophone quartet.Structured as a suite of three contrasting movements, each represents a different moment in a concert:​ Start A Break ​End​ The overarching title SOON reflects a sense of anticipation, with each movement depicting a distinct phase of the performance experience. This work also marks Shimizu’s first composition for saxophone quartet — a fresh and expressive addition to the chamber repertoire.​Listen now: https://youtu.be/VbgKp_nMtHY PROFILE: Daisuke Shimizu Born in 1980 in Kanagawa, Japan. Graduated from Showa University of Music Junior College in 2002, studying composition under Yoshifumi Fujiwara.​His commissioned works include pieces for saxophonist Shintaro Fukumoto, the JASDF Central Band, JGSDF Eastern, Central, 2nd, 4th, 6th, and 8th Bands, JMSDF Tokyo, Yokosuka, Maizuru, Kure, and Sasebo Bands, Yamaha Wind Orchestra Hamamatsu, Naniwa 《Orchestral》 Winds, Osaka Shion Wind Orchestra, Nissay Theatre, and Siena Wind Orchestra.​His compositions have been performed at The Midwest Clinic in Chicago, WASBE, and throughout the United States and Europe. In recent years, he has conducted and premiered his works in Asian countries. He has also released five albums of his compositions nationwide.​Member of 21st Century Wind Music “Kyokuen”. Lecturer at Showa University of Music.49th JBA Shitaya Award Winner (2016) – This Gentle, Warm World – Music for Andy KaufmanFinalist for the 2021 Sousa/ABA Ostwald Award – Immortal AnthemFinalist for the 2023 4th WASBE International Composition Contest (Category 2) – The SkyscrapersClick here for other Shimizu's worksWe support international shopping via WorldShoppingBiz.Enjoy shopping from 228 countries and regions around the world!