Flute Globetrotters brings together 12 toe-tapping original tunes in styles from around the world - from Arabic to Chinese and from klezmer to the Argentinian tango - for the budding flautist. This unique book presents a kaleidoscope of musical traditions, with supporting information and backing tracks that capture each sound-world. To help with technique and interpretation, every piece includes warm-ups and stylistic tips from the authors. With options for flute or piano accompaniment, and inspirational recordings, Flute Globetrotters is the ultimate resource for those looking to go travellin' ...
Flute Globetrotters brings together toe-tapping original tunes in styles from around the world - from Arabic to Chinese and from klezmer to the Argentinian tango - for the budding flautist. This unique book presents a kaleidoscope of musical traditions, with supporting background information and backing tracks that capture each sound-world.
Guanabara BayShanghai Rickshaw RideDancing in Odessa'Hole in my Shoe' BluesKaveri KritiIguazu RapidsTango in San TelmoDublin TimeGreenmarket SquareCairo Cradle SongBulgarian GallopWhite Nights in Narvik
Ros Stephen is a violinist and composer based in Bristol. She is a founder member of the UK's leading tango ensemble, Tango Siempre, and leads the Sigamos String Quartet. She nas performed on BBC television (Strictly Come Dancing, Zingzillas), on BBC radio, and at leading concert venues and theatres in the UK and Europe. Ros is also a committed string teacher, and enjoys working with students of all ages and experience. Her first book in the Globetrotters series, Violin Globetrotters, was published in 2010 to popular and critical acclaim, receiving the award for Best Education Publication at the 2011 Music Industries Association awards.
Nicky King studied at the Royal Northern College of Music with Trevor Wye and Kate Hill. She has worked as a freelance flautist with numerous UK orchestras and is an experienced flute teacher.
