Camille Saint-Saëns? The Carnival of the Animals is one of his most popular works altogether. Yet during his lifetime he refused to publish this orchestral piece for fear it would damage his reputation as a serious-minded musician.Now Jennifer Seubel and Sally Beck the flautists of ?Duo Noble? have arranged this famous work for two flutes.The transformation of the major instruments timbres and melodies of the orchestral version into solely two flute parts posed a special challenge. The results exploit the full tonal spectrum of the flute. The arrangement offers several alternatives to expand the range of sound: for example a piccolo can be substitutedfor either flute part in No. 2 Poules et coqs and for the first flute in No. 7 Aquarium.The complete Carnival of the Animals for two flutes14 challenging and effective pieces

Some of the most beautiful music from Mozart's operas is to be found in Così fan Tutte. Now flautists can extend their repertoire and explore these glorious moments.These duet arrangements from the late 18th and early 19th centuries of Mozart's operatic highlights have served as a basis for modern-day editors. Whilst retaining many aspects of the original flute arrangements Mozart's own intentions with regard to the relevant orchestral settings have been considered and respected. Suitable for intermediate-level flautists these duets may well introduce players to the music of Mozart.Nr. 1 Terzetto (Ferrando Giolelmo Don Alfonso)Nr. 2 Terzetto (Ferrando Guilelmo Don Alfonso)Nr. 3 Terzetto (Ferrando Guilelmo Don Alfonso)Nr. 4 Duetto (Fiordiligi dorabella)Nr. 8 CoroNr. 10 Terzetto (Fiordiligi Dorabella Don Alfonso)Nr. 14 Aria (Fiordiligi)Nr. 17 Aria (Ferrando)Nr. 26 Aria (Guilelmo)Nr. 28 Aria (Dorabella)Nr. 29 Duetto (Fiordiligi Ferrando)

A progressive guide to sight-reading-This book presents a progressive series of duets aimed at developing the skills necessary for fluent and accurate sight-reading. It will help flautists learn pieces more quickly and to participate in ensembles and orchestral music making with ease and confidence.