Saxophone Quartets

The saxophone quartet is an unique ensemble of four prominent voices in the saxophone family: soprano, alto, tenor, and baritone. Like a traditional string quartet, the saxophone quartet is a dynamic performing group with a diverse repertoire.

Wayne Leechford has been directing student saxophone quartets for twelve years. He draws on his own experience playing in a professional quartet. He has played with the internationally acclaimed New Century Saxophone Quartet. During his years at the North Carolina School of the Arts, he was a member of a student sax quartet that performed all over the state, was selected to participate in national chamber music competitions in Pasadena and Carmel, California, and performed for President Bill Clinton at the White House.

Rehearsals are scheduled from January to April or May every year with a one-hour session each week. Rehearsals are held at Mr. Leechford's home in Raleigh. Each season culminates in a recital, usually held in April or May. Performance at the recital is mandatory. Other performance opportunities arise from time to time.

Please contact Wayne Leechford about participation in a student saxophone quartet. Space is limited and preference is given to private students.