Composed November/December 2025

Duration: 2min 30sec.

Instrumentation: Full Orchestra ( 2 Flutes, 2 Oboes, 2 Bflat Clarinets, 2 Bassoon, 4 Horns, 2 Bflat Trumpets, 2 Trombones, Triangle, Tubular Bells, Piano and Strings - Violins 1&2, Viola, Cello & Bass). 

Inspired by the Christmas Carol "Ding Dong Merrily On High", this orchestral prelude plays with the idea of bells tolling whilst exploring the musical themes. Written for a little bit of Christmas fun and to accompany the film of the "Christmas Bells" artwork being created.

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