Difficult to name a composer when the work is actually my variations on a theme by Tchaikovsky! The sextet of flutes should be in two sets of three on opposite sides of the conductor because it makes use of antiphonal effects. The aim was to conjure up a wintry somewhat sad and bleak atmosphere. It seems to have appealed to the school performers over the years and has been done many times in the areas different high schools. A good Christmas Concert item since it is based on a song which has itself been used as a Christmas 'Carol' ( Legend ). I don't think this piece would would work in any other medium than flutes, but don't mind being proved wrong!