Author: Chris Hankin
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5 Jazz Pieces for a Change of Scene
In need of a break from the Classical? Try these fab play-along jazz books. Whatever your level, these books are perfect for downtime! Tilmann Dehnhard: 16 Minatures for Flute and Piano Here are sixteen jazz gems which have been pitched initially at the developing player but can be appreciated by anyone who loves this genre.…
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International Women’s Day – Fabulous Works by Female Composers
Women composers are coming to the fore – and about time too! Let’s celebrate with these beauties. Flute Music by Female Composers, edited by Weinzierl and Wachter This is a veritable “who’s who” of women who have and still are writing for the flute. With repertoire ranging from the Baroque music of Anna Amalia of…
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5 Fab Flute Books to Explore At Grade 7
Players who take the opportunity to explore repertoire between grades become more rounded players. So come on, get off the Exam Lists, and dive in to these books, hand-picked for flute players around Grade 7. Romantic Miniatures for Flute and Piano Volume 2, edited by Weinzierl and Wachter This compilation, edited intelligently by Weinzierl and…
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Wintry Pieces to Warm Those January Blues
Winter can be a challenging period in the best of times. Whether you love it or loathe it, these pieces will help you through the cold, dark months! Katherine Hoover: Winter Spirits for Solo Flute This is a terrific piece from the pen of Katherine Hoover. Her affinity with Native American music results in a…
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Five Luxurious Flute Books: Gift Ideas for the Flute Player who has everything!
It’s always lovely to receive a gorgeous book as a present. Here’s our pick of coffee table favourites which are ideal luxury gift ideas for any flute player.
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Gift Ideas for Flute Players
Stuck for ideas for that Special Flute Player? Try these: they are a little off the beaten track and are sure to delight. In the Pink by Henry Mancini (arranged James Galway) Most of these classic numbers have a flute twist with the result that some of them are really quite tricky. Speedy Gonzales is…
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Five beautiful flute pieces to soothe the soul
Sometimes only a good tune will do and here is a collection of real stunners. Escape from this crazy world to a place of calm and tranquility!
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Five Inspirational Solo Flute Pieces Fit for a Recital
If you are already starting to plan your end-of-year recital, add the wow factor with one of these brilliant contemporary pieces for solo flute.
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Escaping the Exam Syllabus – Five Lovely Flute Albums to Explore Around Grade 5
Albums can be a fantastic way of exploring new pieces. Whether you choose the works of one composer or decide that a wider selection of styles is more appropriate, there’s plenty to entice us away from the syllabus. Here is my pick of albums around Grade 5 level. Unbeaten Tracks for Flute and Piano (edited…
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Four Essential Flute Works by Female Composers
I wanted to write a blog post to celebrate the talents of five ladies who have written some wonderful flute music for us. Music to gladden the heart and lift the spirits! Sonata No 1 for Flute and Piano by Eugénie R Rocherelle It’s great to find a piece of new music of a medium…