Fantasia on a Newfoundland Folk Tune

Newfoundland, the last province to join Canada (in 1949) is a rugged and beautiful island shaped by the many inlets where tiny fishing villages are huddled. The Newfoundland ballads and shanties that were formed from Celtic traditions have developed a unique style in response to five hundred years of living in the Newfoundland outports. The beautiful tune and doleful text of She’s Like the Swallow have made this ballad a particular favourite amongst singers and arrangers/composers. Although similarities appear in the love songs of British folk music, the simile of the swallow is definitively Newfoundlander.Newfoundland, the last province to join Canada (in 1949) is a rugged and beautiful island shaped by the many inlets where tiny fishing villages are huddled. The Newfoundland ballads and shanties that were formed from Celtic traditions have developed a unique style in response to five hundred years of living in the Newfoundland outports. The beautiful tune and doleful text of She’s Like the Swallow have made this ballad a particular favourite amongst singers and arrangers/composers. Although similarities appear in the love songs of British folk music, the simile of the swallow is definitively Newfoundlander.

Lo, How a Rose E'er Blooming

The Eleven Chorale Preludes were the last works composed by Johannes Brahms. They were composed in the summer of 1896 after the death of his dear friend, Clara Schumann. The beauty of this particular chorale prelude, Lo How a Rose E'er Blooming, is not lost on audiences, as it is the best known of the eleven. From a compositional view the work has been described in program notes by Scott Foglesong as “richly chromatic, and improvisatory” and “while floridly elaborate never masked the dignified simplicity of the original melody.“ The flute choir adaptation of this work is expanded from the choral prelude format. The choral prelude as composed by Brahms is stated twice. Between thefirst and second stanzas of the chorale is the original setting of the carol. The Eleven Chorale Preludes were the last works composed by Johannes Brahms. They were composed in the summer of 1896 after the death of his dear friend, Clara Schumann. The beauty of this particular chorale prelude, Lo How a Rose E'er Blooming, is not lost on audiences, as it is the best known of the eleven. From a compositional view the work has been described in program notes by Scott Foglesong as “richly chromatic, and improvisatory” and “while floridly elaborate never masked the dignified simplicity of the original melody.“ The flute choir adaptation of this work is expanded from the choral prelude format. The choral prelude as composed by Brahms is stated twice. Between thefirst and second stanzas of the chorale is the original setting of the carol.

Salvation is Created : for 5 Bassoons and Contrabassoon

Canzona La Padovana

Published in 1610, Canzona "La Padovana" is from Viadana's only purely instrumental collection, his Sinfonie muscali for eight voices, op. 18. Each of the eighteen canzoni therein is named after an Italian city such as Rome, Naples, Venice, Milan, and in this instance Padua. Typically, this canzona is composed in two contrasting sections: a slower opening section in duple time that uses frequent imitative entries in a flowing polyphonic style and a following section in triple time that is by contrast in a simpler, homophonic genre.Published in 1610, Canzona "La Padovana" is from Viadana's only purely instrumental collection, his Sinfonie muscali for eight voices, op. 18. Each of the eighteen canzoni therein is named after an Italian city such as Rome, Naples, Venice, Milan, and in this instance Padua. Typically, this canzona is composed in two contrasting sections: a slower opening section in duple time that uses frequent imitative entries in a flowing polyphonic style and a following section in triple time that is by contrast in a simpler, homophonic genre.

Scherzino

The Scherzino of Joachim Andersen (1847—1909) belongs to his opus 55 collection of eight recital pieces. Here, it is arranged by Matt Johnston for solo flute with the accompaniment of a small flute choir (the contrabass/contralto flute part is optional). Additionally, this work is available in another volume for solo flute and strings. It is possible to play it in unison with a group of string players, such as a string quartet or orchestra. The Scherzino of Joachim Andersen (1847—1909) belongs to his opus 55 collection of eight recital pieces. Here, it is arranged by Matt Johnston for solo flute with the accompaniment of a small flute choir (the contrabass/contralto flute part is optional). Additionally, this work is available in another volume for solo flute and strings. It is possible to play it in unison with a group of string players, such as a string quartet or orchestra.

March to the Scaffold from Symphony Fantastique

The March to the Scaffold is the fourth movement of Hector Berlioz's "Symphonie Fantastique," a programmatic work consisting of five movements. This movement depicts the central artist character poisoning himself and dreaming that as a result of killed his beloved, he is being led to the scaffold and witnessing his own execution. The timpani parts (which are not optional), give a true sense of the march feeling. The two timpani parts are identical to the original orchestral version, however, a condensed part for one player is included.The March to the Scaffold is the fourth movement of Hector Berlioz's "Symphonie Fantastique," a programmatic work consisting of five movements. This movement depicts the central artist character poisoning himself and dreaming that as a result of killed his beloved, he is being led to the scaffold and witnessing his own execution. The timpani parts (which are not optional), give a true sense of the march feeling. The two timpani parts are identical to the original orchestral version, however, a condensed part for one player is included.

Divertimento

Divertimento is an original trio by Arthur Frackenpohl that was written at the request of a trio for a senior flute recital at the Crane School of Music. The first movement, Introduction, is in sonata form with two contrasting themes, closing section, short development and recapitulation. In the second movement, Passacaglia, the dorian theme is stated canonically, with variations on the eight bar theme and closing in quietly in the minor. The third movement is a lively Scherzo with a rhythmic first section employing some echo effects before moving into a more subdued and legato trio. The final movement is an energetic Fughetta, which uses the contrapuntal devices ofinversion, augmentation and stretto. Each movement can be played by itself, or in combination with the other movements. Divertimento is an original trio by Arthur Frackenpohl that was written at the request of a trio for a senior flute recital at the Crane School of Music. The first movement, Introduction, is in sonata form with two contrasting themes, closing section, short development and recapitulation. In the second movement, Passacaglia, the dorian theme is stated canonically, with variations on the eight bar theme and closing in quietly in the minor. The third movement is a lively Scherzo with a rhythmic first section employing some echo effects before moving into a more subdued and legato trio. The final movement is an energetic Fughetta, which uses the contrapuntal devices ofinversion, augmentation and stretto. Each movement can be played by itself, or in combination with the other movements.

Biddy Biddy

From the composer: "Biddy Biddy" is the name of a Jamaican children’s folk song about a chicken. There are so many different melodies associated with Biddy Biddy that I simply made up a simple appealing tune and devoted the composition from there. This piece is dedicated to Mark Delpriora, my friend and amazing guitarist and guitar teacher at Juilliard and Manhattan School of Music. From the composer: "Biddy Biddy" is the name of a Jamaican children’s folk song about a chicken. There are so many different melodies associated with Biddy Biddy that I simply made up a simple appealing tune and devoted the composition from there. This piece is dedicated to Mark Delpriora, my friend and amazing guitarist and guitar teacher at Juilliard and Manhattan School of Music.

Cigany Konnyek (Gypsy Tears)

Cigány Könnyek (Gypsy Tears) by P. Brent Register is a work in two parts for flute and piano. The opening section, free and almost improvisatory, leads to a rhythmically charged and vibrant dance in 5/8 time. Cigány Könnyek (Gypsy Tears) by P. Brent Register is a work in two parts for flute and piano. The opening section, free and almost improvisatory, leads to a rhythmically charged and vibrant dance in 5/8 time.

Cigany Konnyek (Gypsy Tears)

Cigány Könnyek (Gypsy Tears) by P. Brent Register is a work in two parts for violin and piano. The opening section, free and almost improvisatory, leads to a rhythmically charged and vibrant dance in 5/8 time. Cigány Könnyek (Gypsy Tears) by P. Brent Register is a work in two parts for violin and piano. The opening section, free and almost improvisatory, leads to a rhythmically charged and vibrant dance in 5/8 time.

The Christmas Flutist: 20 Songs and Carols

The Christmas Flutist is a collection of 20 Songs and Carols arranged for solo flute by Judy Nishimura. The perfect companion for a flutist looking for music to play at a church service, a solo gig, or just to enjoy at home. Additionally, each arrangement has retained the key signature most commonly associated with the tune, thus they can easily be used as a prelude or introduction to the same titles used during a church service. The Christmas Flutist is a collection of 20 Songs and Carols arranged for solo flute by Judy Nishimura. The perfect companion for a flutist looking for music to play at a church service, a solo gig, or just to enjoy at home. Additionally, each arrangement has retained the key signature most commonly associated with the tune, thus they can easily be used as a prelude or introduction to the same titles used during a church service.

Landscapes

Landscapes is a contemplative work in three movements that recognizes both the beauty and the complexity of God in nature. The movements are titled: Birds on the Beach, Sunrise Over a Hill, and Fireflies in an Open Field. Landscapes is a contemplative work in three movements that recognizes both the beauty and the complexity of God in nature. The movements are titled: Birds on the Beach, Sunrise Over a Hill, and Fireflies in an Open Field.

Three Korean Folk Songs

In a simple, yet charming style, Kelly Via has set the well-known tune, Arirang along with Gold Grass and Blue Bird to form a suite of three contrasting movements. Arirang, the most familiar Korean folk tune is about a woman waiting for her lost love. Gold Grass depicts the beautiful gold colored grass that grows in the deep valleys in the spring. Blue Bird is a song about people telling the blue bird not to sit on the plants in the mung bean field. In a simple, yet charming style, Kelly Via has set the well-known tune, Arirang along with Gold Grass and Blue Bird to form a suite of three contrasting movements. Arirang, the most familiar Korean folk tune is about a woman waiting for her lost love. Gold Grass depicts the beautiful gold colored grass that grows in the deep valleys in the spring. Blue Bird is a song about people telling the blue bird not to sit on the plants in the mung bean field.

Sakura Sakura Variations

Cherry blossoms falling one by one on a timeless day in Japan. All of a sudden, the wind blows the petals off of the branches and into the air. All you can see is light pink falling all around you. The blossoming of the flowers symbolize a time of renewal, but the sea of flowers don’t last long. The Japanese feel that the magic of Cherry blossoms lie in their short, but breathtakingly beautiful life. The Sakura Sakura Variations for Flute Choir by Kazuko Stratmann is a versatile work which can be performed with a large flute ensemble, as well as a smaller chamber group with one player on each part. It is full of different colors and effects, enabling players the opportunity toimitate the sounds of two types of Japanese flutes, the Shinobue and the Shakuhachi. Cherry blossoms falling one by one on a timeless day in Japan. All of a sudden, the wind blows the petals off of the branches and into the air. All you can see is light pink falling all around you. The blossoming of the flowers symbolize a time of renewal, but the sea of flowers don’t last long. The Japanese feel that the magic of Cherry blossoms lie in their short, but breathtakingly beautiful life. The Sakura Sakura Variations for Flute Choir by Kazuko Stratmann is a versatile work which can be performed with a large flute ensemble, as well as a smaller chamber group with one player on each part. It is full of different colors and effects, enabling players the opportunity toimitate the sounds of two types of Japanese flutes, the Shinobue and the Shakuhachi.

Spy!

A light-hearted character study, SPY! by Gay Kahkonen is sort of Bugs Bunny meets 007 for flutes. Its wild chromaticism winds each performer through the flute’s entire range while its spunky rhythms keep everyone hopping. Sure to be a crowd-pleaser. A light-hearted character study, SPY! by Gay Kahkonen is sort of Bugs Bunny meets 007 for flutes. Its wild chromaticism winds each performer through the flute’s entire range while its spunky rhythms keep everyone hopping. Sure to be a crowd-pleaser.

Nocturno

Franz Strauss (1822-1905), the father of the composer Richard Strauss, played horn in the Bavarian Court Opera orchestra for more than 40 years and composed a number of repertoire pieces for the horn. The Nocturno, Op. 7, for horn and piano was first published in 1904. With a range that is very well suited to the bass flute, it is a great solo to showcase the expressive and lyrical side of the instrument. It has been arranged here by flutist Jeffrey Beyer. Franz Strauss (1822-1905), the father of the composer Richard Strauss, played horn in the Bavarian Court Opera orchestra for more than 40 years and composed a number of repertoire pieces for the horn. The Nocturno, Op. 7, for horn and piano was first published in 1904. With a range that is very well suited to the bass flute, it is a great solo to showcase the expressive and lyrical side of the instrument. It has been arranged here by flutist Jeffrey Beyer.

A Bird's Tale on a Saturday for Flute Choir

Brandenburg Concerto No. 3

Of the six Concertos, the Brandenburg Concerto No. 3, despite the fact it is composed for string orchestra, is the least like the traditional baroque concerto grosso, in that there is no solo or concertino group used in contrast to the full ensemble. Far predating Bartok's Concerto for Orchestra, is this concerto by Bach which challenges all the members of the ripieno to perform a concerto without designated soloists. Another distinctive feature of this concerto is that it consists of only two movements separated by a single measure of two chords.Of the six Concertos, the Brandenburg Concerto No. 3, despite the fact it is composed for string orchestra, is the least like the traditional baroque concerto grosso, in that there is no solo or concertino group used in contrast to the full ensemble. Far predating Bartok's Concerto for Orchestra, is this concerto by Bach which challenges all the members of the ripieno to perform a concerto without designated soloists. Another distinctive feature of this concerto is that it consists of only two movements separated by a single measure of two chords.

A Parting Glass

I'll Love My Love

I'll Love My Love is a Cornish folk song made familiar by Gustav Holst. This arrangement was inspired by the settings of the song used by Holst in his "Second Suite in F for Military Band", as well as a four part (SATB) vocal arrangement. It has a hauntingly beautiful melody that lends itself particularly well to the flute choir. I'll Love My Love is a Cornish folk song made familiar by Gustav Holst. This arrangement was inspired by the settings of the song used by Holst in his "Second Suite in F for Military Band", as well as a four part (SATB) vocal arrangement. It has a hauntingly beautiful melody that lends itself particularly well to the flute choir.

Christmas Concerto

Francesco Manfredini's Christmas Concerto (Concerto Grosso per il Santissimo Natale) was published in Bologna in 1718, nine years after Torelli's Christmas concerto and just six years after Corelli's celebrated work. As in both of these other compositions, there is a pastorale movement that uses the dotted siciliano rhythm pattern in a 12/8 time, evoking images of the shepherds and the nativity. Also similar to these two other restrained, Bolognese-styled concerti, Manfredini's composition is neither showy nor technically demanding but uses the soloist group as a dynamic and textural contrast to the full orchestral tutti. Scored for a solo grouping of three players (Concertino) andaccompaniment by the remainder of the ensemble (Ripieno), this concerto is in three movements: Pastorale, Largo, and Allegro. Francesco Manfredini's Christmas Concerto (Concerto Grosso per il Santissimo Natale) was published in Bologna in 1718, nine years after Torelli's Christmas concerto and just six years after Corelli's celebrated work. As in both of these other compositions, there is a pastorale movement that uses the dotted siciliano rhythm pattern in a 12/8 time, evoking images of the shepherds and the nativity. Also similar to these two other restrained, Bolognese-styled concerti, Manfredini's composition is neither showy nor technically demanding but uses the soloist group as a dynamic and textural contrast to the full orchestral tutti. Scored for a solo grouping of three players (Concertino) andaccompaniment by the remainder of the ensemble (Ripieno), this concerto is in three movements: Pastorale, Largo, and Allegro.

The Sleigh Ride

The music of Leopold Mozart is largely overshadowed by that of his prodigious son, Wolfgang Amadeus. The elder Mozart composed a fair amount of music prior to 1763, however from this point, the career of Wolfgang became a central focus of his life and his compositional career was finished. "The Sleigh Ride" (or "Die Schlittenfahrt ") was composed in 1755, originally a movement of his Divertimento in F for orchestra, and has been arranged here for flute choir by Judy Nishimura. Note: This is not "Sleigh Ride" by Leroy Anderson.The music of Leopold Mozart is largely overshadowed by that of his prodigious son, Wolfgang Amadeus. The elder Mozart composed a fair amount of music prior to 1763, however from this point, the career of Wolfgang became a central focus of his life and his compositional career was finished. "The Sleigh Ride" (or "Die Schlittenfahrt ") was composed in 1755, originally a movement of his Divertimento in F for orchestra, and has been arranged here for flute choir by Judy Nishimura. Note: This is not "Sleigh Ride" by Leroy Anderson.

Fanfare 42

Fanfare 42 is a composition with intricate splashes of colour set amidst brilliant melodic harmonic writing. The number 42 in the title is in commemoration of the forty-second annual convention of the National Flute Association that this music joyously celebrates. Fanfare 42 is a composition with intricate splashes of colour set amidst brilliant melodic harmonic writing. The number 42 in the title is in commemoration of the forty-second annual convention of the National Flute Association that this music joyously celebrates.

Cantilena and Rigadoon

Cantilena has a song-like quality which the performer should try to convey, while the Rigadoon is a moderately fast dance movement, both arranged here together for contra clarinet with piano accompaniment. In the case of this Cantilena and Rigadoon, the solo part fit so well into the range of the clarinet, it only made sense to keep the solo part the same for each instrument (contrabass and contralto) and to transpose the piano part. Thus, a single solo part is included, as well as two separate piano parts, corresponding to the contrabass clarinet (in B-flat) and contralto clarinet (in E-flat). This work can be played with either a contrabass or contralto clarinet.Cantilena has a song-like quality which the performer should try to convey, while the Rigadoon is a moderately fast dance movement, both arranged here together for contra clarinet with piano accompaniment. In the case of this Cantilena and Rigadoon, the solo part fit so well into the range of the clarinet, it only made sense to keep the solo part the same for each instrument (contrabass and contralto) and to transpose the piano part. Thus, a single solo part is included, as well as two separate piano parts, corresponding to the contrabass clarinet (in B-flat) and contralto clarinet (in E-flat). This work can be played with either a contrabass or contralto clarinet.

Minuet and Dance of the Blessed Spirits

The beautiful Minuet and Dance of the Blessed Spirits by Christoff Willibald Gluck is a favorite work of all flute players. Feature your first chair player with this arrangement by Matt Johnston. The beautiful Minuet and Dance of the Blessed Spirits by Christoff Willibald Gluck is a favorite work of all flute players. Feature your first chair player with this arrangement by Matt Johnston.