Boston Saxophone Quartet Brings Music and History to Life at Dallin

2/28/2025 7:10 am

On Wednesday morning, students and staff at Dallin were treated to a wonderful musical experience to celebrate Black History Month. The Boston Saxophone Quartet filled the gymnasium with vibrant music, performing a diverse selection of songs that honored the contributions of Black artists and showcased a variety of musical styles spanning over a century—from early ragtime to modern movie soundtracks. The quartet featured a variety of instruments, including soprano, alto, tenor, and baritone saxophones, along with flute, oboe, clarinet, and bassoon and highlighted jazz greats like Duke Ellington’s The Mooche and W.C. Handy’s St. Louis Blues. 

Students loved the special arrangements from The Wizard of Oz and We Don’t Talk About Bruno from Encanto but the Star Wars Medley was a huge hit and the favorite among the second graders. Parker noted, “I’m a big fan and they played it loud!” Kindergartener Sophia said she really liked the song A Whole New World because she saw the real show and the cartoon show and remembered it. During several songs, students joined in clapping (sometimes even on tempo) and snapping along enthusiastically during The Pink Panther Theme. The quartet ended the concert with Hedwig’s Theme from Harry Potter, which had students moving in their seats. 

The concert’s mix of old and new music, from pieces written more than 100 years ago to modern favorites, made for an engaging and educational experience. Students and teachers alike loved the performance and give a big “thank you” to the Boston Saxophone Quartet for bringing such a joyful musical celebration to Dallin!