PRINCIPLES OF FORMING THE SAXOPHONE PERFORMANCE REPERTORY IN POP

This article analyzes the principles of forming the repertoire of pop saxophone performance from a scientific and theoretical perspective. When choosing a repertoire, factors such as the level of technical complexity, means of musical expression, stylistic diversity and compliance with modern pop trends are considered as the main criteria. The article studies the role of pop saxophone performers on stage, their influence on the formation of listeners' tastes, and experiences of creative cooperation with composers. Also, a comparative analysis of the experiences of Uzbek and foreign pop performers on the formation of the repertoire is carried out, and methodological recommendations are given for developing an effective repertoire policy.