Melanie Thorne

A contemporary duet exploring the use of modes. (Grade 5-6)

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Melanie Thorne

Six duets in a modern style, incorporating swing, traditional blues and finishing with a very upbeat tempo piece. (Grade 5-8)

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Melanie Thorne

Nine graded duets for 2 clarinets – ideally for student and teacher.  They are composed in a range of styles, introducing a selection of keys and technical requirements.  The first piece is currently on the Trinity College London Initial Grade Clarinet duet option. (Grades Init-3)

[2 Cl]

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Melanie Thorne

Three rag-based duets would provide excellent material for a concert.

The third rag – Boogie Rag – contains some very catchy rhythms

and tunes. (Grade 4-5)

[2 B♭ & Piano, optional string Bass]

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Melanie Thorne

Five duets based and the characters from The Canterbury Tales (Grade 6-8)

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Melanie Thorne

Six swing style duets with CD backing.  Can be played on solo Clarinet

with backing (Grade 5-8)

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