When I think of December, the beginning of the Winter season and a celebratory time for all; my mind always goes to the time before the holidays and the music that fills my spirit.   As has been the tradition within the Western world for many years, composers have filled the concert halls, churches and our homes with beautiful choral & instrumental works for a variety of ensembles and soloists. 

Frequently referred to as the period of Early Music, this era takes through music composed from the medieval period to the Baroque Era.

Some repertoire, although maybe not specifically written for our instrument have been adapted through the years and many times at the discretion of the composers. Works by composers such as Vivaldi, Telemann, Handel and J S Bach all have been through the ages adapted for our instrument as lie very well one our modern instruments in terms of range, technical ease, colour etc.

Repertoire: 

Some choices for you that we shall be working & might enjoy adding to your repertoire on this session include.

J.S.Bach - Jesu, Joy of Man’s Desiring (Herz und Mund und Tat under Leben) 

J.S.Bach - Schafe können sicher weiden (Sheep May Safely Graze) for Two flutes, soprano and organ / orchestra 

J.S. Bach - Trio Sonata in G Major 

Handel: Messiah - Pastoral Symphony 

Vivaldi - The Four Seasons - Op.8,No.4 - Winter- transcribed by James Galway

And holiday selection of your choice or culture 

This session will include Q&A

 

This session will be recorded and available to view until 11 February 2026.