Angelus ad Virginem was a popular 13–14th century English carol telling the story of the angel Gabriel’s annunciation to the Virgin Mary. This arrangement for piccolo, 3 flute parts, alto and bass flute is based on Percy Grainger’s setting of The Annunciation Carol for saxophone ensemble, which he completed in May 1942 in Springfield, Missouri. The percussion parts and harpsichord have been added by the arranger.