Mel Orriss

This piece was comissioned for "The Big Flute Challenge" in Belfast, 2014. It is a large scale setting of 5 folk songs from around the British Isles: "The Waters of Tyne", "Salmon Tails Up The Water",...

This piece was comissioned for "The Big Flute Challenge" in Belfast, 2014. It is a suite of 5 Folk songs from around the British Isles: "The Waters of Tyne", "Salmon Tails Up The Water", "Anach Cuain"...

Written for The Big Flute Challenge 2015, this piece is based on the Northumbrian song "Bonny at Morn" and uses the full range of flutes. After a restless introduction, the tune is heard as a a slow a...

This piece is based on the Northumbrian song "Bonny at Morn" and is scored for solo trio accompanied by Flute Quintet or Flute Choir. After a restless introduction, the tune is heard as a a slow air p...

Based on the Northumbrian song "Bonny at Morn", this large scale piece is scored for solo trad. flute (which could be replaced by a regular flute) and 4 solo C flutes, accompanied by flute orchestra....

Six of Edward Lear's Nonsense poems are set here for Flute Enemble with Narration performed from within the group. The essential character of each limerick is captured in half a dozen short movements,...

This piece is an arrangement of two Northumbrian Folk songs based around the theme of water. The first tune is a ballad, "The Waters of Tyne"; the words of the original song tell of two lovers separat...

 A typically theatrical  version of this classic from The Sound of Music, in which the players leave the stage one by one in the manner of the famous scene in the film, but continue playing off stage,...

A typically theatrical version of this classic from The Sound of Music, in which the players leave the stage one by one in the manner of the famous scene in the film, but continue playing off stage, l...

This miniature is the skilfully crafted trio sung by Yum-Yum, Peep-Bo and Pitti-Sing in The Mikado. The three C flutes take the lead here, accompanied by a bouncy bass line and piccolo decoration.

A larger than life arrangement of the famous tune for a mixed ability group... full of fun and plenty of interest in all parts. Various simple percussion (including car horn!) adds to the excitement,...

This flutey tune from the famous film perfectly suits a mixed ability group... everyone gets a go at the tune, and there is also a romantic Waltz and a jolly March to bring things to a close. Great fu...

The Waters of Tyne describes two lovers separated by the rough waters of the river Tyne.. a solo flute starts the melody from the back of the hall, gradually passing the tune to the rest of the group....

This suite uses three traditional songs either written or used by Robert Burns. The first, "O Whistle, and I'll Come to You, My Lad" captures the youthful excitement of a secret flirtation; it is live...

This quintessential British Overture by Edward White was made famous as the theme tune to the 50's radio show "Children's Hour" and is still a popular piece in the light entertainment repertoire. Grea...

A chance to replicate those Glen Miller saxes whilst getting to grips with jazzy rhythms. This engaging arrangement (which includes an optional train whistle and acme siren!) is popular with the playe...

A chance to replicate those Glen Miller saxes whilst getting to grips with jazzy rhythms. This engaging arrangement (which includes an optional train whistle and acme siren!) is popular with the playe...

This delightful set of traditional Country Dances were set for String Orchestra by British composer Herbert Murrill in 1945, and are arranged here for flute choir. The eight short pieces (the shortest...

This delightful set of traditional Country Dances were set for String Orchestra by British composer Herbert Murrill in 1945, and are arranged here for flute choir. The eight short pieces (the shortest...

A big fun arrangement for flute choir of the famous film tune. As well as being thoroughly enjoyable to play and listen to, this piece gives a good opportunity for players to learn about playing in 2/...

An ideal first ensemble piece for early grades. The 2nd Clarinet part uses simple notes, but features 5 different "percussion" instruments, including Car Horn and Siren to give the complete beginner a...

This delightful set of traditional Country Dances were set for String Orchestra by British composer Herbert Murrill in 1945, and are arranged here for clarinet choir. The eight short pieces (the short...

This delightful set of traditional Country Dances were set for String Orchestra by British composer Herbert Murrill in 1945, and are arranged here for clarinet choir. The eight short pieces (the short...

This delightful set of traditional Country Dances were set for String Orchestra by British composer Herbert Murrill in 1945, and are arranged here for double reeds. The eight short pieces (the shortes...

This delightful set of traditional Country Dances were set for String Orchestra by British composer Herbert Murrill in 1945, and are arranged here for double reeds. The eight short pieces (the shortes...