DRAGONFLY

This piece was originally written for piano and flute, circa 1990. It has since been adapted a number of times for differing instrumentation. It was recast in 2001 for alto flute and harp, and in 2016, it was rewritten once more for trio of flute, viola and harp. Following the publication of the version for trio, it became clear that with some careful consideration, Dragonfly could be reworked for clarinet, bass clarinet and piano. By way of a fundamental precept, each instrument was to retain a vital and fully developed role, despite the change in instrumentation. Each part needed to be independent, substantial, and meaningful enough to engage the players fully. The piece opens with a mysterious, ponderous passage intended to set the scene of the enigmatic world of Odonata. The piano introduces the frenetic movement characteristic of a restless dragonfly. The trio's material is not intended to onomatopoeically imitate the insect's private language but instead, figurative material is

Delivery Details

We endeavour to dispatch all orders which are in stock on the day the order has been placed. If you need delivery by a certain time please state this clearly on your order and we will do our best to oblige.

For Royal Mail Special Delivery, Airmail (Signed For) and Courier shipments, a signature may be required upon delivery to your address. You are responsible for your order once the package arrives at the supplied delivery address. We cannot be held responsible if the package(s) goes missing once delivered. If any goods are received faulty or damaged on receipt, you must notify us within 7 days of receiving them (via email or telephone) quoting your order reference. We cannot be held responsible for goods that do not arrive with the customer due to errors made by the customer when entering their address details. Please ensure that you check all your details before confirming your order. For more information on deliveries, please click here.