New Sheet Music: Elgar’s “Chanson de Matin” Transcribed for Alto Flute & Piano, or Flute & Piano

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Edward Elgar composed his Chanson de Matin  for violin and piano c.1889-1890.  The two companion pieces, Chanson de Nuit (No. 1) and Chanson de Matin (No. 2), together constitute his Op.15, and both pieces were later arranged for small orchestra by the composer.  Chanson de Matin was received with great enthusiasm, and its initial and lasting popularity can be attributed largely to its strong melodic appeal.  Enduring public affection for the piece has spawned the creation of numerous arrangements and transcriptions, including renditions for cello and piano, viola and piano, flute and guitar, piano solo, organ solo, and string quartet.  Noteworthy Sheet Music now offers two of their own transcriptions of the lovely Chanson de Matin, one for alto flute and piano (http://www.noteworthysheetmusic.com/nsm/products-a-services/alto-flute-transcriptions/167-elgar-chanson-de-matin-afl-a-pf), and another for C-flute and piano (http://www.noteworthysheetmusic.com/nsm/products-a-services/flute-a-piano/166-elgar-chanson-de-matin-fl-a-pf). Both editions are available from the Noteworthy Sheet Music website as PDF downloads, or as printed hard copies upon request.