This delightful collection of intermediate- to advanced-level duets is based on traditional sacred and secular Christmas carols. They are at times challenging (not for beginners) without being overwhelming;
Based on the familiar melody, this is an engaging and lyrical chamber work for violin solo and piano, with optional strings and oboe. It can be easily adapted for flute solo with several passages
The tune is an English melody dating from the late sixteenth century. The Coventry Carol lyrics describe what is known in Matthew's biblical accounts as the 'slaughter of the innocents.' The