Inspiring Flute Duets [Playing score(s)]
- New
- Uses extended techniques
- Staff Pick
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“Just that bit different!”
Karen North is now a familiar name in the world of flute education and this book is another of her great publications. Pitched at a higher level than her other books, she has commissioned all fifteen duets and what a varied collection of interesting pieces they are. Starting with Inner Dialogue by Elena Kats-Chernin, an upbeat number which includes tremolando, they cover a broad spectrum of musical styles and become increasingly more difficult as the book progresses. There is an imaginative use of extended techniques by many of the composers with flutter tonguing, keys slaps and voice call outs all used to great musical effect. Varying time signatures also add plenty of character. John Shephard's Standing Room is a particular highlight with it's driving rhythms, note bends and a 10/16 central section which is really quirky! This is a great buy for anyone who likes something just that bit different and would make an ideal companion to any other more standard volume of duets.
From the Publisher
Inspiring Flute Duets presents 15 original works commissioned from leading contemporary composers, offering a fresh and expressive addition to the flute duet repertoire.
This vibrant collection ranges from lyrical, reflective dialogues to energetic, rhythm-driven pieces where musical lines weave playfully between the two parts. Several works explore extended techniques in imaginative ways, expanding the flutist’s sound palette.
There are biographies of all the composers at the end of the flute part, as well as notes and helpful performance suggestions.
Free recordings for every piece can be found on YouTube at “theyoungfluteplayer” (no spaces) channel, see the playlist for Inspiring Flute Duets. You can also find the link and further information at www.allegromusicpublishing.com/flutemusic
Perfect for performance, practice, or simply the joy of playing with a fellow musician, Inspiring Flute Duets invites players into a world of creativity and musical connection—an inspiring journey for flutists and audiences alike.
Level – Intermediate to Advanced
Extended techniques (in 4 of the 15 pieces) include: key taps, spoken word, flutter tonguing, air syllables, pitch bends (slides up/down, dips and double dips). Includes performance directions for these techniques.
Contents
- Inner Dialogue (Elena Kats-Chernin)
- The Merry Pipers of Boleigh (Jon Raybould)
- I Had No Idea We Were Going to Dance (Jim Coyle)
- The Sprightly Muse in Soft-Soled Shoes(Danielle Fournier)
- Gilded Glades (Wendy Beardall-Norton)
- Pebbling (The Emerald Ruby)
- Autumn Light (Emma Greenhill)
- Aru Atu, Aru Mai (David Hamilton)
- Dance at Forest's Edge (Wesley Stormer)
- Passengers in F#m (Christopher Sainsbury)
- Serenade for Karya (Greg Harradine)
- Staircase Mosaic (Jolin Jiang)
- Marco Polo (Merryl Neille)
- Spring Rain Over the Ancient Castle (Katrina Penman)
- Standing Room (John Shephard)
Item Details
Instrumentation
- Part 1: Flute
- Part 2: Flute
Publisher: Allegro Publishing
Publisher's reference: 9781875516339
Our Stock Code: 1705515
Media Type: Paperback - Playing score(s) (77 pages [score])
