Woodwind Quartets

This lovely carol dates from 15th century Germany. Both words and music are from unknown sources, but Michael Praetorius' harmonization of the carol in 1609 remains virtually unchanged. This arrangement for

Named for a picturesque lake in Ireland, this lyrical ballad is influenced by the lush sounds of traditional Irish music. The pure diatonic harmonic setting is enriched with the use of suspensions and added

Ma'oz Tzur (mah' - oh - tzoor') is a beloved Chanukah song that is sung in homes and synagogues after the candles are lit. In this arrangement the traditional hymn-like melody is presented as a

Your SATB saxophone quartet will love this exciting composition with its fast pace and familiar melody.

This lyrical showcase of perpetual motion is a colorful and energetic addition to the bassoon quartet repertoire. Full of rhythmic interest and dramatic harmonic interplay, this piece truly is a maverick

Carter Pann composed The Mechanics in 2013 at the rustic MacDowell Colony in New Hampshire, as a commission for the Capitol Quartet. Pan describes "picturing all four gentlemen of the Capitol

Here is a very effective example of Classical music for woodwind ensembles, with trills and other ornamentation to add lightness and interest to the whole arrangement. A great choice for any concert or

A traditional melody in A-B-A form, this lively arrangement uses 3/4 time to break up the 6/8 feel and occasional handclaps for interest and fun. The two major melodies are played together at the end for a

Commissioned by the Blue Ridge Bassoon Quartet (Richard Meek, Andrew Witherington, Yvonne Kershaw, and Carol Bernstorf), Millennium Fantasy is an adventure through time. This piece rotates between