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This famous orchestral piece is now available for an interchangeable woodwind ensemble. Respighi took 17th century lute pieces and arranged them to exploit the colors available to the modern orchestra. This is the first movement of the first suite. The melody flows throughout the ensemble with most parts getting sections to lead. A great piece of chamber music on a concert or recital.

PART 1 - Flute, Oboe, Clarinet
PART 2 - Flute, Clarinet, Alto Saxophone
PART 3 - Clarinet, Alto Saxophone, F Horn
PART 4 - Clarinet, Alto Saxophone, Tenor Saxophone
PART 5 - Baritone Saxophone, Bass Clarinet, Bassoon

• WWE1180
• Duration: 2:20
• Medium-Difficult
• Interchangeable Woodwind Ensemble