Winter Woods

Welcome to Winter Woods! You have six Russian grandmothers who live in a secret cabin deep in the woods. Your grandmothers have asked you to come and visit them, and you’re on your way through the snowy forest. You know that when you get there, they will wrap you in soft warm blankets, feed you wonderful spiced cakes and many cups of tea, and sing you into the Dreaming after telling you many magical stories.

Winter Woods was originally written for bassoon quartet, and serves as the first movement of Tall Tales. I arranged this version for five bassoons and harp (or piano) especially for Voices In the Wood’s 2024 album release.

-Amber Ferenz

Grayson, GA 2024