This gospel version of Amazing Grace is arranged as a duet for two Flutes. Written in 1773 by John Newton and set to the traditional melody New Britain, Amazing Grace is perhaps the best-known and best-loved hymn in the world.

John Newton, led a dissolute life as sailor in the slave trade for many years before marriage, along with a close encounter with death at sea, dramatically changed his perspective. He lived out his later years as a devout and charismatic clergyman in the English countryside, renowned for his direct and personal style.

Amazing Grace is played three times, once in the traditional style in 3/4, then twice in a gospel swing style in 4/4. Click the link above to listen to a full Youtube performance of the Clarinet version of this duet.

Amazing Grace is suitable for players at an intermediate level and above, though some of the rhythms in the third verse may be a challenge for less experienced players. With a performance time of around three and a half minutes, this version of Amazing Grace is perfect for worship and concert performances, both formal and informal.

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Traditional / popular music is full of beautiful, simple songs that are familiar to listen to. They offer us a "postcard" of the part of the world they come from, they make us imagine landscapes, characters, happy or sad situations, they speak to us of love and nature. This flute duets collection of 16 easy melodies (vol.1) offers simple ideas for ensemble music, the transpositions in 4 tones (up to 2 alterations) are useful for exploring the instrument in its different ranges.
Have fun creating a medley for your recital, in the sequence, key and speed you prefer, the combinations are countless!

VOLUME 1 contents: Amazing Grace, The Banks of the Don,Cockles and Mussels, Drink to Me Only with Thine Eyes, El Testament d'Amèlia, Frère Jacques, Happy Birthday!, The House of rising sun,Londonderry Air, Mexican Hat Dance,Old MacDonald, Sakura Sakura, Simple Gifts, Spanish Romance, Turkey in the Straw,The Wayfaring Stranger.