The River
by Brian Doerksen
Flute - Digital Sheet Music

This beautiful, contemporary worship song by BRIAN DOERKSEN, MICHAEL HANSEN, and BRIAN THIESSEN is arranged as an instrumental duet (for two C-instruments with piano accompaniment). The gently rhythmic style of this instrumental piece creates a reverent, yet upbeat and uplifting atmosphere and is an ideal selection for any church setting; especially during Lent or for baptisms and communion services.

The first verse begins with the two parts playing solo for one phrase each, then FLUTE (part 1) plays the melody for the remainder of the verse while the VIOLIN (part 2) adds a straight-forward harmony. The song begins in the key of C major and then after the repeat of the first verse, the piano interlude transitions to the key of D major for the final verse. The audio sample begins at the pickup to measure 6 after the piano introduction.

Though notated with FLUTE on part 1 and VIOLIN on part 2, the ranges are also accessible for other combinations of C instruments (2 violins, 2 flutes, etc.). Ranges for each instrument are as follows: FLUTE (Part 1) ~ G4 to B5; VIOLIN (Part 2) ~ E4 to F#5. For violin players, all notes on both parts are playable in the first position making this piece an excellent choice for early-intermediate string players.

The purchase price includes these printing options:
1. a grand staff (8 pages) with all parts on each page
2. separate scores for the FLUTE and VIOLIN (2 pages each) and PIANO (4 pages)