Vals efter Abraham Hagholm – Flute Duet (PDF) – D minor – Swedish Nordic Folk Waltz

Vals efter Abraham Hagholm
Key: D minor
Instrumentation / Arrangement: Duet — Flute (concert flute)
Composer credit: Traditional / Anonymous (after Abraham Hagholm)
Period: Romantic (19th century)
Region / Culture: Sweden
Type: Dance (Waltz / Vals)
Format: Digital download (PDF) — 1 file (966.9KB)

About this tune

“Vals” is the Swedish word for waltz, and Swedish folk waltzes are typically shaped for a steady 3/4 pulse, graceful forward motion, and long, singing phrases. This tune is presented after Abraham Hagholm, pointing to a traditional variant associated with that repertoire and style.

This edition is arranged in D minor for flute duet, giving the melody a warm, lyrical color that sits comfortably on the instrument and works well both in performance and in teaching contexts. The waltz structure is also naturally repeat-friendly: you can extend it with repeats and create contrast through dynamics, articulation, or register changes while keeping the pulse elegant and stable.

Why a flute duet works beautifully here

• Two flutes can share the lyrical line with a clean, singing tone, while keeping the waltz pulse light and elegant.
• This duet format is excellent for ensemble listening: matching note lengths, releases, tuning, and dynamic shape is exactly what makes a Nordic waltz feel alive rather than mechanical.

Performance tips

Keep the waltz pulse stable (avoid rushing the third beat). Phrase in longer arcs (4–8 bars), coordinate breathing so cadence endings land together, and if you repeat sections, vary gently (lighter first time, warmer second time, subtle dynamic waves into cadences).

What you receive

• 1 PDF file (966.9KB) as listed on the product page.