This edition of 24 Caprices Op. 1 by Niccolo Paganini is a transcription for the Flute by Patrick Gallois. Initially written for the Violin some of these caprices may also stay in your head for a while (n. 9 14 24). They will make you work on the speed (n.1) the sonority (n.2) the vibrato and they will express feelings that can be perceived through the pieces such as doubt (n.4) desperation (n.6) and hope (n.11) for example. In this book the theme and his variations enable an overview of all the technical aspects to obtain a clear and beautiful sonority. These pieces being quite challenging anupper intermediate / advanced level would be necessary.

Marina Piccinini's new arrangements of the Caprices remain true to Paganini's uncompromising artistic vision and showcase an array of challenging techniques that idiomatically exploit the unique tone and expressive range of the flute. / Flûte