W008 Ancient Rites - Wilson, Andrew M.

1. Procession
2. Lake Offering
3. The Well Dressers' Round
4. Through the Tolmen
5. Beltane

Ancient Rites is a suite of five short movements for three players using five flutes: piccolo, 2 C flutes, alto flute and bass flute. The music is full of memorable melodies and charming harmonic piquancy, picturing ceremonies from the deep past of Britain’s heritage in a beguiling and evocative way. All the instruments are used characteristically and this piece is a great way to introduce audiences to the colourful possibilities of the flute ensemble, and terrific fun to play!

Grading: 7+

Duration:  c.11'18

Composer: Wilson, Andrew M.

Instrumentation: Flute Trio: Fl. 1/Picc, Fl. 2/Alto Fl, Bass Fl.

Listen to each movement played by the Devon based trio Flute Cake:

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