Melanie Thorne

A lively septet written in a jazz style rondo form. (Grade 5-8)
[Picc/3 Fl/2 A Fl/B Fl]

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Henry Purcell ~ Arranged by Melanie Thorne

An arrangement of the famous theme from Abdelazar by Henry Purcell.  Some of the arrangement is faithful to the original but the Swing section gives a more contemporary feel to the music.  A good concert opener.  (Grade 4-6)
[Picc/3 Fl/A Fl/B Fl]

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Melanie Thorne

A tango based septet including many different styles.  (Grade 5-8)
[Picc/3 Fl/2 A Fl/B Fl]

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Traditional ~ Arranged by Melanie Thorne

A Christmas arrangement which includes a variety of styles including Swing.  The titles in the Medley are: Joy to the World, Good King Wenceslas, Wassail Song and Ding Dong Merrily on High.  (Grade 4-6)
[opt Picc/6 Fl/A Fl]

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W A Mozart ~ Arranged by Melanie Thorne

Not quite what Mozart envisaged – but fun for Flute choirs. (Grade 5-6)
[Picc/3 Fl/A Fl/B Fl]

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Melanie Thorne 

Same composition as the quartet but with an added part. (Grade 5-6)

[5 Flutes]

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Melanie Thorne

Same composition as the quartet and the quintet but arranged
as a sextet. (Grade 5-6)
[4 Fl/A Fl/B 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)
[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

A fusion of styles with inspiration taken from the diversity of SW Scotland where ‘The Wickerman’ was filmed. (Grade 6-8)
[Picc/3 Fl/A Fl/B Fl]

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Eric Satie ~ Arranged by Melanie Thorne

An arrangement of this very lyrical piece by Satie,  A simple-sounding arrangement, but requiring good legato technique. (Grade 4-6)
[5 Flutes]

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Arranged by Melanie Thorne

An arrangement of the famous Post Horn Galop. (Grade 4-6)
[Picc/6 Fl/2 A Fl/B Fl]

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Ira-Paul Schwarz 

Three movements based on musical themes of America.  This piece was written by Ira-Paul Schwarz, who was Professor and Composer-in Residence at State University of New York and is dedicated to Sir James and Lady Galway. All proceeds from the sale of this music have been assigned to FLUTEWISE. (Grade 6-8)
[Double Fl Trio with opt A Fl & B Fl]

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Louis-James-Alfred Lefébure Wély ~ Arranged by Melanie Thorne

A lively arrangement of this exciting organ piece.  Every instrument has the chance to play the solo line. (Grade 6-8)
[Picc/3 Fl/A Fl/B Fl]

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Melanie Thorne

This composition consists of three movements.  The first movement is in a relaxed swing style.  The second movement is a little more contemporary with some interesting rhythms between the parts.  The last movement has a Spanish flavour. (Grade 6-8)
[Picc/4 Fl/A Fl]

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George Gershwin ~ Arranged by Melanie Thorne

A different arrangement of this well-known song by George Gershwin – it includes interesting parts for all instruments and is a popular item for concerts. (Grade 6-8)
[4 Fl/Fl or A Fl/Fl or B Fl]

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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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J S Bach ~ Arranged by Melanie Thorne

An arrangement of the famous Toccata and Fugue in D Minor by J S Bach.  This is a shortened version of the original with a swing-style fugue.  Plenty of fingerwork practice for the performers!  (Grade 4-6)
[4 Fl/Fl or A Fl/B Fl]

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Traditional ~ Arranged by Melanie Thorne

A medley of three sea shanties – Drunken Sailor, Johnny come down to Hilo and Bobbie Shafto. (Grade 4-6)
[Picc/7 Fl/2 A Fl/B Fl]

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