Composed in 1899 for solo piano, and then orchestrated by the composer in 1910, Ravel described this piece as “an evocation of a Pavane that a little princess might, in...

Out of the Shire pays homage to J.R.R. Tolkien’s The Lord of The Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring. It begins with a solo in the 3rd clarinet part in...

from Pictures At An ExhibitionThese are the two lightest movements from Mussorgsky's Pictures At An Exhibition, and as such make great capriccio showpieces for clarinet choir. In particular, the Eb...

This clarinet 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...

from Peer Gynt Suite No.2, Op.55 This piece comes from Grieg's second Peer Gynt suite. Because of its haunting nature, it was used recently on Joanna Lumley's film about the...

from Peer Gynt Suite No.2, Op.55 This piece comes from Grieg's second Peer Gynt suite. Because of its haunting nature, it was used recently on Joanna Lumley's film about the...

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

This is without a doubt Boccherini's most famous piece, and one of the most popular pieces of chamber music. It is often heard in films being played by string quartets...

from L'Enfance du Christ.Berlioz's beautiful carol from his oratorio, L'Enfance du Christ, depicts the shepherds saying goodbye to Jesus as the Holy family leave Bethlehem for Egypt. Grading: 5 to...

Faure's Pavane has always enjoyed huge popularity. Here, the graceful theme meanders between all three players. Grading: 5 to 7 Duration: 4'33 Composer: Fauré, G. Arranger: Cooper, A. Instrumentation: Wind...

Faure's Pavane has always enjoyed huge popularity. Here, the graceful theme meanders between all three players. Grading: 5 to 7 Duration: 4'33 Composer: Fauré, G. Arranger: Cooper, A. Instrumentation: Wind...

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 charming dance, which opens Act II of Carmen, is set here for Flute, Oboe and Clarinet. Starting slowly it builds to a electrifying climax; a perfect showpiece for trio....

A gentle arrangement of the popular carol for beginner double reeds, with a descant part for a more confident oboist to play on the repeat. Grading: 1 to 2 Duration:...

Three jolly extracts from Purcell's wonderful opera: "Fear No Danger", The Sailors' Dance and "To The Hills And The Vales". This would be perfect for massed double reeds or single...

from Dido and AeneasThis lively chorus from Purcell's Dido and Aeneas makes an ideal short concert piece for beginner double reeds. Grading: 1 to 3 Duration: 1'12 Composer:  Purcell, H. Arranger: Cooper,...

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...

from The Four Seasons The most varied movement of the three, this piece allows great contrast of colour, texture and articulation and each of the instruments has plenty to get...

from The Four Seasons The 2nd movement from 'Winter' features a Piccolo solo which highlights the warm (and often neglected) timbre of the mid register. Grading: 5 to 8 Duration: 2'00 Composer: Vivaldi,...

These charming pieces are 3 of the 50 or so that Giles Farnaby contributed to the Fitzwilliam Virginal Book. Although they are arranged in modern keys, they retain their original...

An easier version of Beethoven's exhuberant march from The Ruins of Athens, without grace notes, and with tenoroon/mini-bassoon parts. Grading: 2 to 5 Duration: 2'00 Composer:  Beethoven, L. van Arranger:...

A rustic arrangement of the French traditional carol, starting with bagpipe-style drones and the tune swapping between all three players. Grading: 4 to 5 Duration: 2'02 Composer:  French Traditional Arranger:...

A trio of animal-related tunes for 3 beginner oboes to practise ensemble skills without venturing outside the first octave comfort-zone. The melodies are shared between all three players, with a...

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...

Bizet's seductive Habanera from Carmen is also used in the stairlift scene from the film 'Up'! The oboes share the sultry melody.    Grading: 5 to 7 Duration: 1'13 Composer:...

An accessible piece for an intermediate flute player from American composer Peter J Pecora, Jr. "A Day in the City" is intended to bring to mind someone visiting a big...

The Skaters' Waltz Waldteufel's lush Skaters' Waltz is in fact 4 waltzes, composed in 1882 and inspired by the skating rink at the Bois de Boulogne in Paris. After a...

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 advanced...

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

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...

from The Nutcracker The most flutey movement from The Nutcracker Suite in a brand new arrangement in the original key with the alto flute taking on the role of the...

from The Nutcracker A lively and intricate arrangement of the opening movement from The Nutcracker Suite. The inclusion of 2 Piccolos helps to capture the 'miniature' character of the music,...

This lively Polka was written shortly after Strauss returned from a successful tour of Russia. There are various explanations of the quirky title, translated as "Chit Chat"; possibly it refers...

This lively Polka was written shortly after Strauss returned from a successful tour of Russia. There are various explanations of the quirky title, translated as "Chit Chat"; possibly it refers...

from Scenes from Childhood Op. 15 "Dreaming", the best known movement from Schumann's Kinderszenen, written for piano in 1838. This short piece suits the lyrical qualities of the flutes, with...

from The Mikado This enchanting aria from The Mikado, sung by Yum-Yum as she muses on her own beauty, is set here for 3 flutes, alto and bass and features...

This 1950's lullaby is probably best remembered in its chart topping 60's version by The Seekers. This flute arrangement rolls along to a banjo-esque accompaniment, with the alto and bass...

This piece is based around a lilting minor melody, which depicts a young shepherdess in the mountains. The melody is set against harmonies that emphasise the dramatic scenery. At the...

“1.7.16” was commissioned by The Hamilton Flute Band to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the Battle of the Somme, and was premiered in St Columb’s Cathedral, Londonderry on 1st July...

from Eine Kleine Nachtmusik The elegant 2nd movement of Eine Kleine Nachtmusik. Brush up on your turns! Grading: 7 to 9 Duration:  5'45 Composer: Mozart, W.A. Arranger: Orriss, M. Instrumentation: Flute Quartet: 3...

from Eine Kleine Nachtmusik The first, and most famous movement from Eine Kleine Nachtmusik makes an impressive concert piece for advanced quartet. Grading: 7 to 9 Duration:  6'22 Composer: Mozart, W.A. Arranger: Orriss, M....

This charming miniature, originally written for piano in 1893, is set here for 2 piccolos and 2 flutes, ideally suited to the "music box" style. The opening tune plays with...

This charming miniature was written for piano in 1893, taking its inspiration from 18th Century musical snuff boxes. The simple tune plays with a two against three rhythm, with a...

from Surprise Symphony This arrangement of the famous and charming Andante from Haydn's Symphony No. 94 is perfect for a mixed ability group. The simple tune is shared between the...

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...

This exquisite Renaissance chanson is a true gem and was originally written for four Renaissance Flutes by Nicolas Gombert. It was first published by Pierre Attaingnant in Paris, 1533. Typical...

from Lyric Pieces, Op.54 This is a lively, rustic dance from Grieg's Lyric Pieces for Piano. Good use is made of all sizes of flute, and there is a slightly...

from Lyric Pieces, Op.54 This Nocturne is one of the most famous of Grieg's Lyric Pieces for Piano. It features a duplet tune set over a triplet accompaniment, and the...

from Requiem Op. 48 Originally for Soprano solo, this movement is taken from Fauré's Requiem. This peaceful quartet version makes the most of close harmonies between the instruments, and would...

(Music of the Automatons) from Coppélia Mechanical music from the ballet Coppélia, set in the workshop of the eccentric doll maker Dr Coppelius.  In the original ballet this is a...