Dating from 1892, Daisy Bell is unquestionably the most famous and most enduring of the Victorian ballads. It is presented here in a light-hearted arrangement for wind quartet, featuring a...

Celebrate your Christmas season with a jazz-infused medley of three beloved Christmas songs: Jingle Bells, Deck the Halls, and We Wish You a Merry Christmas! Each song in the medley...

This joyful piece was written by Grieg in 1896 for piano to celebrate his 25th Wedding Anniversary, and later included in his eighth book of Lyric Pieces, Op. 65.  The...

A simplified and shortened version of the famous Vivaldi movement, ideal for concerts and weddings. At its full length it would suit a bride with a long aisle and a...

This is a suite of 4 of the most popular and well-known sections from Carmen, arranged for clarinet quartet. All of the instruments get a fair go at playing the...

Two well-loved folk songs, Scarborough Fair and Early One Morning, sympathetically arranged for beginner woodwind quartet; these pieces give an opportunity to work on legato and staccato, and explore the...

This sparkling Overture takes us on a whistle-stop tour of the Operetta, with lyrical melodies, effervescent humour and plenty of energetic drama. This arrangement takes full advantage of the contrasting...

A virtuoso arrangement of the overture to Mozart's famous opera for 4 fearless oboes and 2 courageous cors anglais! Fast tongues and nimble fingers essential. Grading: 9 Duration: 4'16 Composer: ...

An essential item for every ensemble! A tiny fanfare introduces the sing-along "Happy Birthday", leading into a quick rendition of "For He's A Jolly Good Fellow". Perfect for all those...

One of his many Lyric Pieces, Wedding Day at Troldhaugen was written to celebrate Grieg and his wife Nina's silver wedding anniversary. Troldhaugen was the name of Grieg's house. The...

The Bassoons feature in this march from Carmen, with an optional easier oboe part. Grading: 4 to 6 Duration: 1'07 Composer:  Bizet, G. Arranger: Cooper, A. Instrumentation: Double Reed Ensemble:...

This is the 'Swan Theme', the famous oboe solo from Tchaikovsky's well-loved ballet. The melody is shared here between the two oboes, and later passed on to the cor anglais...

This abridged version of Mendelssohn's well-loved overture, also known as Fingal's Cave will really get your fingers flying! Grading: 8 to 9 Duration: 4'00 Composer: Mendelssohn, F. Arranger: Cooper, A....

 Arguably the most famous aria from any Mozart opera, "Die Holle Rache" (Hell's Vengeance), from The Magic Flute, is commonly known as The Queen of the Night aria, after the...

Dvořák's famous G minor Slavonic Dance, from the first set which brought him to prominence in 1878, is condensed into a furious oboe trio marathon, with tunes bouncing between all...

1.Sicilienne, Op. 78 2. Mi-a-ou from Dolly Suite3. Romance Sans Paroles Op. 17 No. 3 Three beautiful Fauré pieces, set as Woodwind duets. In his famous Sicilienne Op. 78, the...

KK IVb 11 & 10 Two simple and elegant Chopin Waltzes, in D Minor and D major. The lyrical tunes pass seamlessly between the two flutes in these charming miniature...

A simple yet effective arrangement of this traditional Christmas tune... all 3 parts take a turn with the tune, whilst other others pass round the gentle 'rocking' accompaniment. Grading: 1 to...

1. Pavane de la Belle au bois dormant2. Petit Poucet3. Laideronnette, Impératrice des pagodes Three movements from Ravel's delicious "Mother Goose" Suite. The Pavaneis a short simple movement describing a...

This miniature symphony is set here for mixed ability flute choir, including Cuckoo, Duck Call, Nightingale, Crow and Quail. For larger forces Toy Trumpet, Drum, and Football Rattle would work...

A new setting of the classic Christmas piece. The tune is heard as a duet, trio and quartet, framed by rich harmonies and softly pealing bell passages. Grading: 2 to 6...

KK IVb 10&11  Two simple and elegant Chopin Waltzes, in D Minor and D major. These are ideally suited to a mixed group from pre-grade 1 to intermediate . In...

KK IVb 10&11  Two simple and elegant Chopin Waltzes, in D Minor and C major. These are ideally suited to a mixed group from grade 1 to intermediate . In...

This joyful piece was written by Grieg in 1896 for piano to celebrate his 25th Wedding Anniversary, and later included in his eighth book of Lyric Pieces, Op. 65.  The...

This arrangement was commissioned following the passing of Queen Elizabeth II in September 2022. A useful addition to your group's folder. Grading: 4+ Duration:  0'41 Composer: Traditional Arranger: Pugh, A. Instrumentation:...

(L'Adieu des Bergers) from L'Enfance du Christ.This beautiful carol depicts the shepherds saying goodbye to Jesus as the Holy family leave Bethlehem for Egypt.  In this setting, the first verse...

This is the most famous of Schubert's three Marches Militaire Op. 51, which were originally written for piano four-hands in 1818. They have been arranged for many different combinations over...

This piece was originally written as a piano duet, and is subtitled 'Flamenco (gypsy dance)'. This arrangement passes bits of melody around all of the instruments, and incudes an optional...

This piece was originally written as a piano duet, and is subtitled 'Flamenco (gypsy dance)'. This arrangement passes bits of melody around all of the instruments, including a short rearranged...

Saint-Saëns' tone poem begins at midnight on Halloween. Death plays the fiddle to summon the dead from their graves; the music builds as more and more skeletons join in, eventually...

from Pictures At An ExhibitionThese are two of the pieces from Mussorgsky's famous Pictures At An Exhibition suite, arranged from the original piano score for clarinet choir. Promenade has a...

Possibly the most memorable dance from Swan Lake, this version of the Dance of the Cygnets gives the waddling tune to the flute and clarinet while the bassoon takes over...

An energetic and entertaining version of the classic Christmas tune full of festive cheer and sparkle; an ideal encore for a Christmas concert! Grading: 6 to 8 Duration: 2'07 Composer: Pierpoint, J.L. Arranger: Pugh, A....

The title means 'mambo of a hundred fires', but is also named after the town of Cienfuegos on Cuba, the home of the mambo. This piece features authentic Latin rhythms...

A flexible arrangement of this beautiful movement from the Serenade for Winds "Gran Partita". The piece features 3 solo lines and an accompanying ensemble, as listed , (minimum 8 players)....

and "For He's A Jolly Good Fellow" An essential item for every ensemble! A tiny fanfare introduces the sing-along "Happy Birthday", leading into a quick rendition of "For He's A...

from Peer Gynt Suite No.1, Op.46 This is perhaps Grieg's most famous composition, and comes from the first Peer Gynt suite. It was originally a piece of incidental music to...

"Sous le dôme épais" from Lakmé The Flower Duet from Delibes' Opera Lakmé is  probably equally well known for its use in the British Airways advert and, more recently, in...

A pair of sublime pieces, "To be sung of a summer night on the water" were originally unaccompanied part-songs written for wordless chorus in the late spring of 1917. They...

This charming miniature tone poem was originally written by Bridge (himself a violinist) for Violin and Piano in 1905. He also orchestrated it in 1938 at a time when he...

The most famous of Frank Bridge's 3 Sketches for piano, a very fluid piece giving the players the opportunity to practise their rubato ensemble skills. Grading: 7 to 8 Duration:...

This is a selection of 20 of the most popular Christmas Carols, arranged for bassoon quartet in a variety of keys; some with traditional harmonies, some more unusual. Perfect for...

A fun set of variations on the old standard, to introduce inexperienced players to the joys of ensemble playing. Grading: 1 to 2 Duration: 1'23 Composer: Traditional Arranger: Cooper, A. Instrumentation: Double...

Handel's beautiful soprano aria from his opera of 1711 Rinaldo, which translated means "Leave me to weep over my cruel fate". The first oboe carries the plaintive melody and while...

(3 Mvts) Basse Danse, Pieds-en-l'air, and Mattachins are set here for an Octet of mixed flutes, giving opportunity for antiphonal sections contrasted with rich and lively tutti passages. Grading: 3 to...

Three Burns Songs This suite uses three traditional songs either written or used by Robert Burns. The first, "O Whistle, and I'll Come to You, My Lad" captures the youthful...

Inspired by Beethoven's set of variations on Mozart's "La ci darem la mano" for oboe trio, this theme and 4 variations is designed to be a fun challenge for three...

An exciting and challenging arrangement of Bach's mighty Toccata and Fugue in D Minor, BWV 565. Although well suited to high grade bassoonists, the optional Bassoon 7 part could be...

Bizet's seductive Habanera, also used in the stairlift scene in the film 'Up'! Grading: 4 to 6 Duration: 1'12 Composer:  Bizet, G. Arranger: Cooper, A. Instrumentation: Double Reed Quintet: 3...

The famous bullfighter's song from Bizet's opera. Grading: 4 to 6 Duration: 2'41 Composer:  Bizet, G. Arranger: Cooper, A. Instrumentation: Double Reed Quartet: 2 Obs, 2 Bsns. Listen to a...