SONATA FOR FLUTE AND PIANO (OR HARP) by ALAN RIDOUT
ed. Elisabeth Parry
This 20th century sonata for flute and piano (or flute and harp) by Alan Ridout was written in 1987 and was previously unpublished. With sparkling outer movements and a middle movement of exquisite beauty and simplicity, this British work is a great addition to the 20th century flute and piano sonata repertoire.
Winner in the flute and piano category of the National Flute Association Newly Published Music Awards 2022.
Reviewers say: “This is a lovely sonata…Fast and ebullient with a mix of cascading runs and rhythmic drive allowing the both instruments to shine. The beautiful Serenade has a soulful melody over a flowing accompaniment which would be stunning in any situation…This is destined to be standard repertoire”
Harp part available as separate download.
STANDARD: Intermediate to advanced
MOVEMENTS:
- 1. Overture
- 2. Serenade
- 3. Variations
INSTRUMENTATION: Flute and piano or flute and harp
FORMATS: Print edition / Digital download package containing PDF score, flute and harp parts PLUS free piano backing tracks
Download recorded piano backing tracks (audio only) to accompany print edition here.
Download PDF harp part to accompany print edition here.
Winner NFA Newly Published Music Awards
SAMPLE AUDIO: Ridout Sonata, 1st movement
Ridout Sonata, 2nd movement
Chris Hankin –
“Lovely nostalgia”
This lovely Sonata by the rather forgotten British composer Alan Ridout will feel a little nostalgic if you are a fan of tonal music. The Overture is fast and ebullient with a mix of cascading runs and rhythmic drive allowing the both instruments to shine. The beautful Serenade has a soulful melody over a flowing accompaniment which would be stunning in any situation, and the closing movement unusually starts with theme in the piano before the flute joins in for the six contrasting variations. This is destined to be standard repertoire and definitely worth investigating.
Chris Hankin http://www.justflutes.com