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🎵 Flexible Woodwind Trio [High Register] Adaptation of “How Far Is It To Bethlehem?” by Geoffrey Turton Shaw 🎵

🌟 Composer: Geoffrey Turton Shaw (1879–1943) was an English composer and musician known for his contributions to Anglican church music. A chorister at St Paul’s Cathedral, Shaw was educated at Derby School and Caius College, Cambridge, where he studied with Sir Charles Stanford and Charles Wood. He held significant positions such as Director of Music at Gresham’s School and Inspector of Music to the Board of Education. Shaw’s legacy includes choral works, anthems, hymn tunes, and more.

📜 Original Publication: 1922

🎶 Arrangement Details:

Part 1: Flute (Opt. Oboe), Clarinet in Eb, Clarinet in Bb
Part 2: Flute (Opt. Oboe), Clarinet in Eb, Clarinet in Bb, Soprano Saxophone
Part 3: Flute (Opt. Oboe), Clarinet in Eb, Clarinet in Bb, Soprano Saxophone
Part 4: Piano

🔄 Flexibility: This arrangement offers a versatile selection of instruments, allowing for a variety of performance combinations. Perfect for showcasing the high register woodwinds in a beautiful, religious anthem.

🎼 Level of Difficulty: Advanced

🎤 Potential Uses: Ideal for concert or recital performances, this arrangement brings the timeless beauty of Shaw’s work to contemporary audiences. This piece is also suitable to be used during Christmas.

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