This jaunty trumpet tune for organ solo is perfect for use in worship as a prelude or postlude. It also serves as a fine recessional piece for wedding ceremonies. Intermediate-level.

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Here is anaddition to your church or recital repertoire. The well-known Irish tune isideal for a set of variations on a theme in five parts. The prelude featuresthe tune in the tenor range on a solo stop. The imitation of the Irish flute isthe focal point of the lively first variation. The second variation is anadagio in the minor mode to create a darker contrast to the rest of the piece.The third variation is an andante with the theme in the pedal, making use ofthe hemiola. The fourth variation is a sprightly fugue to end in a rhythmicfinale.

This processional was written for a 2022 wedding to create a grand, regal entrance for the bride. It contains a variety of short melodic sections, providing for flexibility for a variety of time lengths as needed, including a triumphant fanfare before the final statement. It was written and recorded on a two manual instrument. It will work for weddings, as a majestic prelude or postlude, or as special music for a ceremonial occasion. I hope you enjoy it!