A beautiful arrangement of a classical operatic masterpiece. Though not specifically about Christmas, this opera is typically performed around the Christmas season. The opening horn quartet has been emulated by a quartet of alto flutes, with cues in the C flute parts in case four alto flutes are not available. This is one of the arranger's favorite pieces in the entire orchestral reperoire. Winner - 2014 NFA Newly Published Music Competition

Instrumentation:

• Piccolo
• 4 C Flutes
• 2 Alto Flute (optional divisi includes 4 Alto Flutes at times)
• Bass Flute
• Contrabass Flute/Bass Flute 2 (optional)