The first, and most famous movement from Eine Kleine Nachtmusik makes a charming and impressive concert piece for advanced flute trio or quartet.
Ancient Rites is a suite of five short movements for three players using five flutes: piccolo, 2 C flutes, alto flute and bass flute. The music is full of memorable melodies and charming harmonic
Based on the Northumbrian song "Bonny at Morn", this large scale piece is scored for various flute ensembles. After a restless introduction, the tune is heard as a a slow air passed between the parts. This
This Wind Trio version of the famous Welsh hymn (often heard at Rugby matches) borrows from the Male Voice choir tradition that is synonymous with the country. After a lyrical introduction the hymn is
A selection of four of the most famous movements from Bizet's Carmen Suites - the stirring Toreador Song, the whirling Aragonaise, the sultry Habanera and the bassoon's
This Renaissance gem by Thomas Crecquillon is a beautiful, flowing chanson with three imitative voices. It was first printed in the 1540’s, but was recorded recently by Zephyrus Flutes (Nancy Hadden,
A whizzy little arrangement of the virtuoso showpiece from the opera The Tale of Tsar Saltan. The chromatic melody buzzes frantically from one part to the other, making it a little less
The "Flower Duet" from Delibes' Opera Lakmé is equally well known for its use in the British Airways advert and, more recently, in the film 50 Shades of Grey.
Star parts for all players in Queen's trad. jazz classic – great fun and a bit of a showstopper!
The Grand Trio is a substantial work originally written for two Oboes and Cor Anglais. The four contrasting movements are well suited to mixed wind trio, and comprise a charming Allegro, a
This charming dance, which opens Act II of Carmen, is set here for Flute, Oboe and Clarinet (or Bassoon). Starting slowly it builds to a electrifying climax; a perfect showpiece for
Something to get your fingers flying, this is an abridged version of Felix Mendelssohn's well-loved overture, also known as "Fingal's Cave."
A lovely soft-shoe-shuffle ditty from the last days of the music hall era, 'Hometown' was made famous in the 1940s by comedy duo and members of the 'Crazy Gang', Flanagan and Allen. Score and parts.
"Resting by the fire in peace and contentment whilst outside the rain pours down." The warm legato tune is shared here between the flutes, accompanied by the raindrop motif in the other flutes.
Handel first used this tune as a Sarabande in an early opera, and again as an Aria in a later oratorio, but it is most famous as the beautiful soprano aria from his hit opera Rinaldo. The 1st and
Handel first used this tune as a Sarabande in an early opera, and again as an Aria in an oratorio, but it is most famous as the beautiful soprano aria from his hit opera Rinaldo. The 1st and 2nd
From Debussy's Children's Corner Suite, this arrangement of 'The Little Shepherd' is scored for one oboe and two cors anglais.
Hold onto your hats in this feverish dance from Tchaikovsky's great ballet.
This beautifully fluid aria comes from Act 2 of Mozart's rather spooky opera Don Giovanni, and is sung by Donna Elvira, complaining that Don Giovanni has betrayed her, but also pitying him. The
A lively and intricate arrangement of the opening movement from The Nutcracker Suite. The various tunes swap cheekily between the parts making it great fun to play and to listen to.
Three songs from the 1968 hit musical. In "Pick a Pocket or Two" the tune creeps furtively throughout the ensemble, "Where is Love?" shares the plaintive tune throughout the players, and "Food, Glorious
From the Nutcracker Suite, this dainty little overture gives all three players a chance to shine!
Faure's Pavane has always enjoyed huge popularity. Here, the graceful theme meanders between all three players.