John W. Pratt has just completed his adaptation for flutes of Mozart’s highly regarded Quintet, K.516, originally for strings. The work’s textural possibilities apply also to a flute quintet, and its musical and emotional content are well worth viewing through the prism of a flute ensemble consisting of two concert flutes, two alto flutes, and bass flute. Visit the listing page for additional info.
The divertimento style and instrumental character of Haydn’s early quartets does not necessarily evoke strings, and thus arrangement for other instruments is natural and might expand enjoyment of these wonderful first significant Haydn works to other players and audiences. Haydn’s Quartet Op.1, No.1 has been arranged by John W. Pratt as an effective, beautiful flute quartet for two concert flutes, alto flute and bass flute.
Our newest edition is a transcription for A-clarinet and piano of Chant du Ménestrel. The piece was written originally for cello and piano (or orchestra) by Alexander Glazunov, a highly precocious student of Rimsky-Korsakov who became a major composer in the late Russian romantic tradition. This lovely work with its lyrical solo cello line is especially well-suited to the range and tonal qualities of the A-clarinet. The NSM edition includes both our transcribed part for clarinet in A and a re-notated score for clarinet and piano.
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Clarinetists, please check out our newest edition, an adaptation for clarinet and piano of Two Pieces: Pensiero and Allegro appassionato by the renowned English composer and violist Frank Bridge. Whereas the Pensiero is restrained and dark, the Allegro appassionato in contrast is exuberant and bright.