Melanie Thorne

This composition has some Spanish influence in both the harmony and rhythmic interplay between the four flutes.  The parts are equally graded
and there is plenty of interest in the melodic lines for all players.
(Grade 5-8)

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Paul Ayres

This Fantasia for Solo Flute and Piano is a composition based on two medieval carol tunes: ‘Resonet in Laudibus’ and ‘Quem pastores Laudavere’.  It is a challenging piece which uses the full range of the flute and is a welcome addition to the Christmas repertoire of an intermediate/advanced flautist. (Grade 7-8)

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Trad. ~ Arranged by Melanie Thorne

This is a new Christmas arrangement.  It includes the following
Christmas titles: Away in a Manger, In Dulci Jubilo, Quem Pastores
and the Sussex Carol.  There are several different styles contained
within this arrangement and all parts have some of the melodic interest.
(Grade 4-6)

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Noel Rawsthorne ~ Arranged by Melanie Thorne
A humorous arrangement of the organ piece by Noel Rawsthorne.
This arrangement gives all instrumentalists the chance to play the
solo line, combined with demanding ensemble playing. (Grade 5-6)
[Picc/6 Fl]

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Noel Rawsthorne ~ Arranged by Melanie Thorne
A humorous arrangement of the organ piece by Noel Rawsthorne.
This arrangement gives all instrumentalists the chance to play the
solo line, combined with demanding ensemble playing. (Grade 5-6)
[2 Picc/4 Fl/A Fl/B Fl]

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Melanie Thorne

10 original syncopated pieces for the beginner Flautist.  Piano
accompaniment and CD included. (Grade 1-2).

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George Gershwin ~ Arranged by Melanie Thorne

‘Rialto Ripples’ was composed in 1917 and is George Gershwin’s first published instrumental piece – it is also his only piano rag.  This is a fun piece to play and clearly demonstrates Gershwin’s emerging style. (Grade 5-6)

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Melanie Thorne

Two contrasting movements.  The first is a fast and rhythmic
movement with some Latin influence.  The second has more of a
bluesy feel and then progresses into a faster swing-style. (Grade 5-8)

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Melanie Thorne

This is a three-movement Suite.  The style and structure has  Baroque influence, but includes some more contemporary elements.  It includes a Grave and Giga section, followed by a slow blues-style movement and finally a Gavotte.  All parts have melodic interest – part 3 is a little less demanding.
Grade 4-6

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Georges Bizet ~ Arranged by Melanie Thorne

An arrangement for Intermediate Flute trio of the following numbers: Aragonais, Habanera and Les Toreadors. (Grade 4-5)
[3 Fl]

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Melanie Thorne

This trio is in Swing-time throughout with a short, slower tempo bluesy
section.  All parts have some melodic interest.  It lasts just over 2 minutes.
(Grade 3-5)

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William Boyce ~ Arranged by Melanie Thorne

An arrangement of the very popular Symphony No. IV by
William Boyce.  This is a very tuneful work and would be a
popular item for concerts.   (Grade 5-7)
[4 Fl/A Fl/Bs Fl]

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