Lately, I’ve been working on some new arrangements for alto flute that really explore its rich tonal and expressive qualities. And what could be more perfect for that than delving into the world of French music?
French Music for Alto Flute
Our newest book, French Music for Alto Flute, is a box of delights, full of French romantic and impressionist pieces by Fauré, Hahn, Saint-Saëns, Chausson, Godard, Duparc and Franck arranged for alto flute and piano. These lyrical melodies are perfect partners to the voice of the alto, and explore depths of expression, melody, and colour. They make lovely short concert pieces or, of course, just something delicious to play for your own enjoyment.
Here’s a taste of what’s inside the gorgeous Monet-inspired covers:
- Fauré Après un rêve
- Saint-Saëns Softly awakes my heart
- Hahn A Chloris
- Godard Berceuse
- Duparc Extase
- Chausson Le Colibri
- Fauré Au bord de l’eau
- Fauré Rencontre
- Franck Panis angelicus
French Music for Alto Flute (Elisabeth Parry and John Alley, Aurea Capra Editions) is now available from music retailers worldwide. The PDF download edition which comes with recorded piano backing tracks recorded by John Alley is available from our website here.