Flute Compositions
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A lyrical chamber song setting a poem by Willa Cather, April Twilight combines expressive vocal writing with the intimate colors of flute and guitar or piano. The work is well suited for recital programs exploring memory, poetry, and American literary sources.
Instrumentation: voice, flute, guitar/piano
Duration: 4 minutes
Publisher: Doberman YPPAN / DO 1232 -
A poignant work for flute and piano, The Darkness Between Us traces an emotional arc from childhood innocence through trauma toward resilience and hope. Its expressive contemporary language and clear narrative shape make it well suited for recital programs exploring memory, conflict, healing, and dignity.
Instrumentation: flute, piano
Publisher: Alry Publications -
A simple, expressive chamber work for clarinet and guitar, La Nostalgiereimagines the Jewish folk songs Tumbalalyka and Dundai in a slower, reflective setting. Its intimate scoring and gentle melancholy make it well suited for chamber recitals and folk-inspired programs.
Instrumentation: clarinet, guitar
Alternate version: flute and guitar
Publisher: ALRY Publications -
Garth Baxter’s arrangement of three dances from Moritz Moszkowski’s Spanish Dances, Op. 12 brings the music’s light melodic character and rhythmic clarity into an intimate flute-and-guitar setting. The set may be performed complete or excerpted individually for recital and teaching programs.
Instrumentation: flute, guitar
Duration: 9 minutes total
Difficulty: Intermediate to upper intermediate
Original composer: Moritz Moszkowski
Publisher: Mel Bay Publications -
A two-movement neo-romantic work for flute and piano, The Silver Run evokes the natural beauty of Carroll County’s Silver Run area through lyrical melody, clear formal design, and contemporary harmonic color. Substantial yet accessible, it is well suited for recitals and contemporary tonal chamber programs.
Instrumentation: flute and piano
Duration: 9 minutes
Difficulty: Upper intermediate
Publisher: ALRY Publications -
Garth Baxter’s arrangement of June: Barcarolle from Tchaikovsky’s The Seasons adapts the work’s graceful melody and gently rocking character for flute and guitar. This concise Romantic transcription is well suited for recital programs and flute-guitar duos seeking lyrical, audience-friendly repertoire.
Instrumentation: flute and guitar
Duration: 4 minutes
Difficulty: Intermediate
Original composer: Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky
Publisher: ALRY Publications / UMMP, FG14 -
A freely arranged medley for flute and guitar, A Touch O’Carolan draws on four tunes by the Irish harpist Turlough O’Carolan. Baxter adds harmony, counterpoint, and ornamentation while preserving the folk character of the melodies in a polished, recital-friendly form.
Instrumentation: flute and guitar
Duration: 6 minutes
Difficulty: Intermediate
Publisher: ALRY Publications / UMMP Music, FG12
Source: four tunes by Turlough O’Carolan -
A romantic five-minute work for flute and guitar, Une Belle Fleur highlights Baxter’s lyrical writing and warm contemporary tonal language. Commissioned by the Friedman-Wysong Duo, the piece treats both instruments as equal partners in a graceful, intimate chamber dialogue.
Instrumentation: flute and guitar
Duration: 5 minutes
Difficulty: Upper intermediate
Publisher: Les Productions d’OZ, DZ 3687 -
A concise set of four variations for solo flute or alto flute, Variations on the Willow Tree is based on the English folk song The Willow Tree. Framed by statements of the original melody, the work offers accessible opportunities for lyrical phrasing, tone color, and expressive contrast.
Instrumentation: flute or alto flute
Difficulty: Lower intermediate
Publisher: ALRY Publications / UMMP, A11
Text / Source: based on the English folk song The Willow Tree -
A graceful trio for flute, clarinet, and guitar, When Lights Begin to Showwas written to celebrate the marriage of Amit and Rajni. Its lyrical wind writing, intimate guitar resonance, and warm contemporary tonal language make it well suited for mixed chamber recitals and special occasions.
Instrumentation: flute, clarinet, guitar
Duration: 5 minutes
Publisher: Les Productions d’OZ, DZ 3037