Flute and Percussion Repertoire List: Music for Flute and Percussion

As a professional flutist and blogger, I understand the importance of exploring new repertoire and expanding your musical horizons. When it comes to flute and percussion repertoire, there is a wealth of material to choose from. Whether you’re a seasoned musician or just starting out, this guide will provide you with everything you need to know about this exciting and dynamic genre.

Flute and Percussion Repertoire List

Below is a list of some music composed for flute and percussion;

Title	Composer	Instrumentation	Era of composition
An Extraordinary Correspondence…	N. Daughtrey	Flute & percussion	Modern
An Idyll for the Misbegotten	G. Crumb	Flute & percussion	Modern
Arabesques	A. Hailstork	Flute & percussion	Modern
Arctic Dreams I	C. Hatzis	Flute & percussion	Modern
Ariadne	L. Harrison	Flute & percussion	Modern
Azul	N. Daughtrey	Flute & percussion	Modern
Canto a Chaak	Salvador Torre	Flute & percussion	Modern
Caughty’ya Caccia, Caged Waltz	R. Holmes	Flute & percussion	Modern
Constellations	H. Buss	Flute & percussion	Modern
Dance of Black-Haired Mountain Storm	A. Hovhaness	Flute & percussion	Modern
Dialogo	Yngve Jan Trede	Flute & percussion	Modern
Distant Thunder	R. C. Vogel	Flute & percussion	Modern
Dobléz	Salvador Torre	Flute & percussion	Modern
Duettino Concertante	I. Dahl	Flute & percussion	Modern
Duggan Theme	G. Farr	Flute & percussion	Modern
Eclipse	F. Dentresangle	Flute & percussion	Modern
Epigrams	J. Heiss	Flute & percussion	Modern
Estratos	P. Barboza	Flute & percussion	Modern
Fantasia Concertante	S. Brotons	flute & Marimba-Vibraphone	Modern
First Concerto	L. Harrison	Flute & percussion	Modern
Fisticuffs	N. Chamberlain	Flute & percussion	Modern
Five Fantasies of Natural Origin	D. R. Gillingham	Flute & percussion	Modern
Flute and Bongos No. 2	A. Wilder	Flute & percussion	Modern
Flute Restaurant	Y. Ito	Flute & percussion	Modern
Flutings for Paula	L. Kirchner	Flute & percussion	Modern
Four New England Poems	A. Holland	Flute & percussion	Modern
Hic Jacet	Sonia García Carbonell	Flute & percussion	Modern
In a Jolly Mood	E. Kopetzki	Flute & percussion	Modern
Isle of Skye	M. Iorio	Flute & percussion	Modern
Kaleidoscope	H. Buss	Flute & percussion	Modern
Kembang Suling	G. Farr	Flute & percussion	Modern
Kembang Suling	G. Farr	Flute & percussion	Modern
Le Tour de Danse	A. J. King	Flute & percussion	Modern
Little Match Girl	B. Abugana	Flute & percussion	Modern
MAinstreAM	D. Ernst	Flute & percussion	Modern
Modern Times	H. Buss	Flute & percussion	Modern
Mysterious Exit	H. Buss	Flute & percussion	Modern
On the resonance of the fog	Marco Buongiorno Nardelli	Flute & percussion	Modern
Pantomimes	J-M. Damase	Flute & percussion	Modern
Progressions	H. Farberman	Flute & percussion	Modern
Rituals	A. Chan	Flute & percussion	Modern
Rizoma	Salvador Torre	Flute & percussion	Modern
Salone del Astor	L. A. de Lise	Flute & percussion	Modern
Scenes from the Holy Land	H. Buss	Flute & percussion	Modern
Shifting Light	L. Glassock	Flute & percussion	Modern
Silent Flower	Daiki Kato	Flute & percussion	Modern
Sky Blossoms	H. Buss	Flute & percussion	Modern
Solitude & Transformation	Michel Allard	Flute & percussion	Modern
Spiegelungen a 2 [Reflections a 2]	S. Fink	Flute & percussion	Modern
Spirit Dance	M. Bliss	Flute & percussion	Modern
Spirit Dance	G. Instrall	Flute & percussion	Modern
Striae	J. Fonville	Flute & percussion	Modern
Suite ‘PercFlauto’, Op.31	Juan Antonio Pedrosa	Flute & percussion	Modern
Summer’s Light	J. Hoover	Flute & percussion	Modern
The Arrival Suite	M. Iorio	Flute & percussion	Modern
The Burning House Overture op. 185a	A. Hovhaness	Flute & percussion	Modern
Three Days in May	L. Glassock	Flute & percussion	Modern
Three Inventions	M. A. Gaetano	Flute & percussion	Modern
Trio	J. DeCristofaro	Flute & percussion	Modern
Twilight Remembered	D. Adam	Flute & percussion	Modern
Two Caprices	H. Buss	Flute & percussion	Modern
Two Views of Spring	L. Dillon	Flute & percussion	Modern
Tzolkin	Salvador Torre	Flute & percussion	Modern
Wave Train	H. Buss	Flute & percussion	Modern
Wohin…? [Where to?]	L. Lammer	Flute & percussion	Modern

See also: Flute and Clarinet Repertoire List

List of percussion instruments found in an orchestra

There are several percussion instruments commonly found in an orchestra. Some of the most essential ones include:

• Timpani (also known as kettledrums) – These large, bowl-shaped drums are tuned to specific pitches and played with mallets. Timpani is often used to provide rhythmic drive and emphasis in orchestral music.
• Snare drum – This drum is characterized by its distinctive snare wires, which create a buzzing sound when the drum is struck. Snare drums are often used to create crisp, staccato rhythms.
• Bass drum – As the largest drum in the percussion section, the bass drum produces a deep, resonant sound that can add weight and power to an orchestral piece.
• Cymbals – Orchestral cymbals come in a variety of sizes and types, including crash cymbals, suspended cymbals, and hi-hat cymbals. They are used to create shimmering, metallic sounds that can range from delicate to explosive.
• Tambourine – This small, handheld instrument features metal jingles that create a bright, tinkling sound when shaken or struck. Tambourines are often used to add a rhythmic accent or texture to orchestral music.
• Triangle – This simple instrument consists of a small, metal triangle that is struck with a metal beater. Despite its simplicity, the triangle can add a subtle, shimmering quality to orchestral music.

These are just a few of the many percussion instruments that can be found in an orchestra. Each instrument offers a unique sound and texture that can contribute to the overall character and mood of an orchestral piece.

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Techniques in Flute and Percussion Repertoire

Flute and percussion music requires unique techniques that are specific to each instrument. In flute playing, one of the most important techniques is breath control, which is crucial for producing a clear and resonant sound. Flutists must also be skilled in articulation, or the ability to start and stop notes cleanly and precisely. Techniques like vibrato, flutter-tonguing, and harmonics are also commonly used in flute playing.

Percussion instruments, on the other hand, require a range of different techniques depending on the specific instrument. One of the most important techniques in percussion playing is the hand technique, which includes the various ways of striking the instrument to produce different sounds.

For example, in marimba playing, performers use a combination of mallet types and techniques to produce a range of sounds, from warm and mellow to sharp and percussive. Other percussion techniques include roll techniques, where a performer rolls their sticks or mallets across the drum or cymbal to produce a sustained sound, and various extended techniques like prepared piano, where objects are placed on or inside the instrument to alter its sound.

In flute and percussion music, it’s not uncommon for performers to use extended techniques to create unique sounds and effects. For example, flutists may use key clicks or air sounds to simulate the sound of other instruments, while percussionists may use unusual implements like brushes or sticks with rubber tips to create new textures and tones.

By mastering the unique techniques required for flute and percussion music, performers can unlock the full range of sounds and possibilities that these instruments have to offer.