Woodwind Ensemble,Woodwind Quartet Bassoon,Clarinet,Flute,Oboe - Level 3 - Digital Download

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Composed by Gabriel Faure. Arranged by Catriona Melville-Mason. Concert,Holiday,Romantic Period,Standards,Wedding. 12 pages. C Melville-Mason #6505729. Published by C Melville-Mason (A0.956652).

This is one of Fauré's best-known works, arranged here for semi-flexible mixed woodwind quartet of 2 flutes, oboe and either B-flat clarinet or bassoon.

Ideal as a recital piece, or as a feature item at a wedding, anniversary or other special event.

Woodwind Ensemble,Woodwind Quartet Bassoon,Clarinet,Flute,Oboe - Level 3 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.956672

Composed by Traditional Scottish. Arranged by Catriona Melville-Mason. Celtic,Concert,Standards. 12 pages. C Melville-Mason #6867581. Published by C Melville-Mason (A0.956672).

A traditional fiddle tune from Scotland's Shetland Isles, arranged here for 4-part mixed woodwind combination of 2 flutes, oboe and either clarinet in B-flat or bassoon.  This piece makes a lively addition to general repertoire, or can be used in a recital programme either as a light-hearted interlude or an upbeat encore.  Although classed as 'intermediate', the difficulty level depends very much on the speed at which the piece is played!

The title of The Merry Boys of Greenland appears with many subtle variations – ‘the’ is sometimes replaced by ‘da’, ‘of’ by ‘o’’ and ‘merry’ as ‘merrie’ or ‘mirrie’.

It is believed that the ‘Merry Boys’ of the tune may have been recruited from the Shetland Isles (the northernmost island group off the coast of Scotland) to form the crew for whaling expeditions to the seas between Greenland and Canada.

Woodwind Ensemble,Woodwind Quartet Bassoon,Clarinet,Flute,Oboe - Level 3 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.956649

Composed by Theodor Kullak. Arranged by Catriona Melville-Mason. Concert,Romantic Period,Standards. 8 pages. C Melville-Mason #6505717. Published by C Melville-Mason (A0.956649).

Child’s Prayer is one of a collection of character pieces, originally for piano, written by German pianist and teacher Theodor Kullak (1818 – 1882).  Much of Kullak’s output had educational objectives.  Here the aim is to convey some of the sincerity and innocent intensity of a child’s prayer.

This arrangement for semi-flexible mixed woodwind combination of 2 flutes, oboe and either B-flat clarinet or bassoon is ideal for intermediate-level players seeking something light but not over-familiar to add to their repertoire.  While not technically challenging, this piece does require good ensemble skills to perform effectively.

Woodwind Ensemble,Woodwind Quartet Bassoon,Clarinet,Flute,Oboe - Level 3 - Digital Download

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Composed by D de Severac. Arranged by Catriona Melville-Mason. Concert,Romantic Period,Standards. 14 pages. C Melville-Mason #6505733. Published by C Melville-Mason (A0.956654).

French composer Déodat de Séverac (1872 – 1921) studied in Paris but spent most of his life in the southern part of France.  He is mostly known for his vocal and choral music, a proportion of which involves lyrics written in the historic languages of the Languedoc and Roussillon regions.

‘Ronde dans le Parc’ is one of a collection of short romantic pieces from the suite En Vacances (On Holiday), originally written for piano.

This arrangement for semi-flexible mixed woodwind quartet of 2 flutes, oboe and either B-flat clarinet or bassoon is ideal for intermediate-level players seeking something approachable but not over-familiar, to include in a recital programme or just as an addition to general repertoire.

Woodwind Ensemble,Woodwind Quartet Bassoon,Clarinet,Flute,Oboe - Level 3 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.956666

Composed by Traditional. Arranged by Catriona Melville-Mason. Concert,Folk,Standards,World. 9 pages. C Melville-Mason #6867573. Published by C Melville-Mason (A0.956666).

This charming song is a tale of unrequited love, related by a young man as he rows homewards on Loch Tay.  It makes a lovely arrangement for the 4-part mixed woodwind combination of 2 flutes, oboe and clarinet/bassoon.

The tune is a variant on an old melody collected in the Moidart district of Scotland in 1870.  Words were later added by Harold Boulton, who also wrote the lyrics to the more famous Skye Boat Song.

Renowned for its salmon fishing, Loch Tay is the sixth largest freshwater loch in Scotland, stretching from Killin up to Aberfeldy.  A number of local landmarks are mentioned in the words of the Loch Tay Boat Song. 

Woodwind Ensemble,Woodwind Quartet Bassoon,Clarinet,Flute,Oboe - Level 3 - Digital Download

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Composed by A Corelli. Arranged by Catriona Melville-Mason. Baroque,Concert,Standards. 7 pages. C Melville-Mason #6505721. Published by C Melville-Mason (A0.956651).

This short piece is taken from a violin sonata by Baroque composer Archangelo Corelli.  Arranged here for semi-flexible mixed woodwind quartet of 2 flutes, oboe and either B-flat clarinet or bassoon, it makes a charming addition to general repertoire.  .

Woodwind Ensemble,Woodwind Quartet Bassoon,Clarinet,Flute,Oboe - Level 3 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.956673

Composed by Sir Arthur Seymour Sullivan. Arranged by Catriona Melville-Mason. Concert,Opera,Standards. 15 pages. C Melville-Mason #6867583. Published by C Melville-Mason (A0.956673).

This tune comes from The Gondoliers, the twelfth of the Victorian comic opera collaborations between WS Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan.  The Gondoliers premiered in December 1889 and ran for 554 performances.

To be a Regular Royal Queen is part of the finale to Act 1.  Two of the principal gondoliers and two of the contadine sing of what they perceive as the perks of being royalty – such as rich clothing, valuable possessions and being universally admired and respected.

The piece makes a joyful, appealing arrangement for the four-part mixed woodwind combination of 2 flutes, oboe and either clarinet in B-flat or bassoon.  It has been classed as 'intermediate' as, although it appears quite challenging, various adult learner groups have managed it surprisingly successfully.  To increase the difficulty, increase the tempo!

Woodwind Ensemble,Woodwind Quartet Bassoon,Clarinet,Flute,Oboe - Level 3 - Digital Download

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Composed by Antonin Dvorak. Arranged by Catriona Melville-Mason. Concert,Romantic Period,Standards. 8 pages. C Melville-Mason #6505735. Published by C Melville-Mason (A0.956656).

This piece is taken from the second set of Slavonic Dances, Opus 72, written by Czech composer Antonín Dvořák in 1886. His original set, Opus 48, had proved to be something of a breakthrough work, finally establishing Dvořák’s reputation well beyond his native land.

The dances are original melodies, inspired by, and drawing on, the character of traditional national dances – not, as is sometimes thought, works based on existing folk tunes, as was the fashion among composers at around that time.  Both sets of Slavonic Dances were originally written for piano 4 hands but, in response to a request from his publisher, the composer produced orchestrated versions shortly afterwards.

This is an arrangement for semi-flexible mixed woodwind quartet of 2 flutes, oboe and either B-flat clarinet or bassoon.  The piece makes a charming addition to general repertoire but could also be used as part of a programme of light background music at a wedding or function.

Woodwind Ensemble,Woodwind Quartet Bassoon,Clarinet,Flute,Oboe - Level 3 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.956670

Composed by Traditional English. Arranged by Catriona Melville-Mason. Folk,Multicultural,Standards,World. 15 pages. C Melville-Mason #6867579. Published by C Melville-Mason (A0.956670).

This cheerful jig originates from the North of England (although some sources suggest Ireland) and, as with many traditional tunes, it exists in a number of slightly different variants.  The Oyster Girl is often used for Morris or maypole dancing, as well as being a popular pub session tune.

Here, the tune is arranged for 4-part mixed woodwind combination of 2 flutes, oboe and either clarinet in B-flat or bassoon.  As well as being an enjoyable, upbeat piece to perform, this arrangement is also ideal as a demonstration of the different tone colours of the instruments, as each takes a turn with the melody.

Although classed as 'intermediate', the difficulty of the piece really depends on how fast you attempt to play it!

Woodwind Ensemble,Woodwind Quartet Bassoon,Clarinet,Flute,Oboe - Level 4 - Digital Download

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Composed by Scott Joplin. Arranged by Catriona Melville-Mason. Concert,Ragtime,Standards. 16 pages. C Melville-Mason #6867577. Published by C Melville-Mason (A0.956671).

The Maple Leaf Rag is an early work by the African-American ragtime composer, Scott Joplin.  It was first published in 1899, although Joplin had been performing it for some years prior to this.  The composer was confident that the work would be a commercial success and, indeed, in due course, royalties from the piece provided him with a stable income for life.

Joplin wanted The Maple Leaf Rag performed at his funeral.  His widow opted not to honour this request, feeling that the music was stylistically inappropriate for such a sad occasion – a decision she later regretted.

This arrangement for mixed woodwind quartet of 2 flutes, oboe and either clarinet or bassoon is pretty challenging, both in terms of technique and stamina, hence its classification as 'advanced intermediate'.  If desired, players could opt to finish at the change of key at letter F, rather than performing the complete piece.

Woodwind Ensemble,Woodwind Quartet Bassoon,Clarinet,Flute,Oboe - Level 3 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.956668

Composed by Traditional English. Arranged by Catriona Melville-Mason. Concert,Standards. 9 pages. C Melville-Mason #6867569. Published by C Melville-Mason (A0.956668).

A popular, traditional English folk song arranged here for the 4-part mixed woodwind combination of two flutes, oboe and either clarinet in B-flat or bassoon.

Greensleeves is sometimes credited to Henry VIII, the style of composition suggests a later, Elizabethan, origin.  The piece appears in various late sixteenth and early seventeenth century manuscript collections and is mentioned in Shakespeare’s The Merry Wives of Windsor, which was written around 1597.

The founder of the Mr Whippy ice cream company had a particular interest in Henry VIII and, believing him to be the composer of Greensleeves, chose the tune to use as the jingle heralding the arrival of his ice cream vans.

Woodwind Ensemble,Woodwind Quartet Bassoon,Clarinet,Flute,Oboe - Level 3 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.956650

Composed by C M von Weber. Arranged by Catriona Melville-Mason. Concert,Holiday,Romantic Period,Standards,Wedding. 8 pages. C Melville-Mason #6505727. Published by C Melville-Mason (A0.956650).

March of the Hunters features in the opera Der Freischütz, which is possibly the best known work by the German Romantic composer Carl Maria von Weber (1786 – 1926).  The story is based on an old folk tale and tells of a marksman who, desperate to win the hand of the lady he loves in a shooting contest, obtains some magic bullets which cannot fail to hit their target.  One of these, however, is entirely under the control of the Devil…

This arrangement is for semi-flexible mixed woodwind quartet of 2 flutes, oboe and either B-flat clarinet or bassoon.  Well within the scope of intermediate-level players, it can be used as a recital piece, as part of a programme of light background music at a wedding or function, or just enjoyed as general repertoire.

Woodwind Ensemble,Woodwind Quartet Bassoon,Clarinet,Flute,Oboe - Level 3 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.956667

Composed by Anonymous. Arranged by Catriona Melville-Mason. Concert,Folk,Standards,World. 8 pages. C Melville-Mason #6867571. Published by C Melville-Mason (A0.956667).

This short, unattributed piece dates from 1808.  Arranged here for mixed woodwind quartet of 2 flutes, oboe and either clarinet in B-flat or bassoon, Hungarian Country Dance makes a charming miniature, highlighting the tone colours of the different instruments - an ideal addition to a background music or recital programme...or just to be played for enjoyment.

Woodwind Ensemble,Woodwind Quartet Bassoon,Clarinet,Flute,Oboe - Level 4 - Digital Download

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Composed by Leo Delibes. Arranged by Catriona Melville-Mason. Concert,Holiday,Romantic Period,Standards,Wedding. 14 pages. C Melville-Mason #6505731. Published by C Melville-Mason (A0.956653).

Pizzicati is one of the most famous elements of the score for the ballet, Sylvia, composed by Léo Delibes.

This arrangement for semi-flexible mixed woodwind quartet of 2 flutes, oboe and either B-flat clarinet or bassoon makes a charming addition to general repertoire.  It would also be ideal as part of a programme of background music at a wedding or function.

Woodwind Ensemble,Woodwind Quartet Bassoon,Clarinet,Flute,Oboe - Level 3 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.721984

Composed by Jean-Joseph Mouret. Arranged by Anne L Christopherson GRSM ARCM. Concert,Contemporary,Film/TV,Wedding. 20 pages. Music-Scores.com #5453711. Published by Music-Scores.com (A0.721984).

Rondeau, also known as the Fanfare from Masterpiece Theatre. It is the first movement of a Suite of Symphonies and was first performed in the Palace of Versailles for King Louis XV.
For 2 Flutes, Oboe, Clarinet, Bass Clarinet and Bassoon. Duration 2 minutes.

Arranged by Anne L Christopherson GRSM ARCM at https://www.music-scores.com.