Composed by Ludwig van Beethoven. Arranged by David Burndrett. This edition: pdf. Classical, Rock. 10 pages. David Burndrett #1436163. Published by David Burndrett (A0.1877158).
Beethoven Rocks! for Flute Quartet is a lively and accessible arrangement inspired by well-known musical ideas from Ludwig van Beethoven, reimagined in an energetic rock style for players at approximately Grade 2–3 standard and above.
The piece opens with a bold reference to the famous four-note motif from Beethoven’s Symphony No. 5, before moving into a driving rock-style section inspired by the harmonic character of the original. A contrasting passage draws on the spirit of Ode to Joy, providing a familiar and uplifting moment to the end.
The result is a concise and engaging piece of around one to two minutes, offering a fresh and enjoyable take on Beethoven’s music while remaining accessible and rewarding to play.
The writing is idiomatic for flute ensemble, with clear rhythmic patterns and manageable technical demands, making it ideal for school groups, adult amateur ensembles, and mixed-ability flute choirs.
For added flexibility, Alto Flute parts are included to double the Flute 3 and Flute 4 lines, while the Flute 4 part may also be performed on Bass Flute. This allows the piece to be performed effectively with a range of ensemble sizes and instrument availability.
Beethoven Rocks! works particularly well for concerts, workshops, and teaching environments, offering players the excitement of a rock-inspired style alongside instantly recognisable classical ideas.
Please explore my catalogue for more accessible “Rocks” arrangements and engaging repertoire for flute ensemble and a wide range of instrumental combinations.
Download includes the score and all parts.
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Composed by Ludwig van Beethoven. Arranged by David Burndrett. This edition: pdf. Classical, Rock. 10 pages. David Burndrett #1436163. Published by David Burndrett (A0.1877158).
Beethoven Rocks! for Flute Quartet is a lively and accessible arrangement inspired by well-known musical ideas from Ludwig van Beethoven, reimagined in an energetic rock style for players at approximately Grade 2–3 standard and above.
The piece opens with a bold reference to the famous four-note motif from Beethoven’s Symphony No. 5, before moving into a driving rock-style section inspired by the harmonic character of the original. A contrasting passage draws on the spirit of Ode to Joy, providing a familiar and uplifting moment to the end.
The result is a concise and engaging piece of around one to two minutes, offering a fresh and enjoyable take on Beethoven’s music while remaining accessible and rewarding to play.
The writing is idiomatic for flute ensemble, with clear rhythmic patterns and manageable technical demands, making it ideal for school groups, adult amateur ensembles, and mixed-ability flute choirs.
For added flexibility, Alto Flute parts are included to double the Flute 3 and Flute 4 lines, while the Flute 4 part may also be performed on Bass Flute. This allows the piece to be performed effectively with a range of ensemble sizes and instrument availability.
Beethoven Rocks! works particularly well for concerts, workshops, and teaching environments, offering players the excitement of a rock-inspired style alongside instantly recognisable classical ideas.
Please explore my catalogue for more accessible “Rocks” arrangements and engaging repertoire for flute ensemble and a wide range of instrumental combinations.
Download includes the score and all parts.
This product was created by a member of ArrangeMe, Hal Leonard's global
self-publishing community of independent composers, arrangers, and songwriters.
ArrangeMe allows for the publication of unique arrangements of both popular
titles and original compositions from a wide variety of voices and backgrounds.
About Digital Downloads
Digital Downloads are downloadable sheet music files that can be viewed directly on
your computer, tablet or mobile device. Once you download your digital sheet music,
you can view and print it at home, school, or anywhere you want to make music, and
you don't have to be connected to the internet. Just purchase, download and play!
PLEASE NOTE: Your Digital Download will have a watermark at the bottom of each page
that will include your name, purchase date and number of copies purchased. You are
only authorized to print the number of copies that you have purchased. You may not
digitally distribute or print more copies than purchased for use (i.e., you may not
print or digitally distribute individual copies to friends or students).
Preview: Beethoven Rocks! for Flute Quartet (Easy–Intermediate, Flexible Scoring)
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