Arrangements for Woodwinds

Angels We Have Heard on High
Tune: Gloria
Arranged by Mark Albrecht

Unlike other titles from our Arrangements for Woodwinds series, this arrangement is for three Flutes and classical Guitar (acoustical, not electric guitar). There are chord symbols for the Guitar part, but it is most effective when played with the written-out, standard notation. The latter also allows a Keyboard to substitute for the Guitar. The familiar carol begins with the Flutes on the first harmonization, moves to the Guitar soloing on the second with interesting duplet and triplet arpeggios, and concludes with the Flutes on the third. The Guitar also accompanies the Flutes, which play in three-part harmony on their settings.

This is an instrumental piece, not suitable for congregational accompaniment. The overall difficulty level is 3-, although the II Flute part is somewhat easier, and the III Flute part is still easier. That aspect makes this a good arrangement for three flutists of varying abilities -- interesting enough for a more advanced player, while still accessible for fledgling flutists!

Full set includes a one-line Conductor Score, separate parts for the three Flutes, and the Guitar (or Keyboard) part -- written out, with chord symbols added.