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Irish Tune from County Derry
"Danny Boy"
Percy Aldridge Grainger
Arranged by
Elizabeth Jolly
Flute Quartet
Flute 1
Flute 2
Flute 3
Alto Flute (or Flute 4)
Duration
0:02:30
Percy Grainger (1882–1961) was an Australian composer and pianist known for his inventive folk-inspired works and rich harmonies. A pioneer in experimental music, he blended traditional melodies with innovative textures and expressive depth. Irish Tune from County Derry, based on the folk song Danny Boy, is one of his most treasured arrangements, renowned for its warmth and lyrical beauty. This flexible flute quartet arrangement captures Grainger’s lush harmonies and flowing lines in this setting suitable for intermediate players.
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