Irish Tune from County Derry by Percy Aldridge Grainger Brass Quintet - Digital Sheet Music

This timeless melody, known widely as Danny Boy, is presented here in a rich, expressive setting for brass quintet. Inspired by the lyrical treatment of Percy Grainger’s famous arrangement, this version is perfect for solemn occasions, memorials, church services, or reflective concert moments.The warm, chorale-like voicing brings out the emotional depth of the tune while remaining accessible to intermediate players. All voices are treated with care and sensitivity, creating a balanced and heartfelt ensemble texture.Instrumentation: 2 Trumpets in B♭ French Horn in F Trombone Tuba This arrangement maintains the expressive lyricism of the original while offering comfortable, idiomatic parts for each player. Ideal for: Wedding ceremonies Church services Memorial events Graduation performances Concert programming for intermediate to advanced ensembles Beautifully engraved and fully transposed, ready for the stage or sanctuary.*Note: this arrangement has some very high parts in the first trumpet part. Piccolo trumpet is optional if it helps.