This french horn solo with piano accompaniment is based on a classic hymn tune. The simple variations with add interest for the younger horn player. The arrangement is from the teaching files of Monty Budahl and is useful for vesper, offertory, and special.

A solo with piano accompaniment. After a solid introduction the arrangement presents the melody with a simple statement. After several melodic statements the soloist then presents itself with a delightful counterline. It is finalized with declamation.

solo with piano. This classic hymn is arranged at the intermediate performer’s level yet is crafted with expressivity and symmetry. Both the soloist and piano accompanist are featured.

The traditions of this tune and its words run long and deep. The beginning is a simple statement of the tune and is so ever carefully embellished as the piece progresses. It sets the mood for careful reflection as well.

Traditional setting; acc.

Traditional setting

March setting paired with the Irish song “Brian Boru”