2 Welsh Hymn Tune Preludes for Organ — David Llewellyn Green

This pair of Hymn-based Preludes by British composer David Llewellyn Green (1935–2014) is built on two beloved Welsh melodies, Blaenwern and Hyfrydol. Published in 2018 by EJ Music Publishing Ltd, each Prelude explores its tune in a distinctive character:

Blaenwern unfolds in flowing, lyrical phrases with gentle harmonic inflection, ideal for reflective moments in worship.

Hyfrydol follows with a majestic, full-bodied setting marked Maestoso, concluding in radiant organo pleno.

Together, these pieces blend melodic beauty with dignified craftsmanship, making them perfect for both service use and recital programming.

Why you’ll love it:

Beloved Welsh melodies – Sensitive and expressive treatments of Blaenwern and Hyfrydol, both cherished for their lyrical beauty and frequent use at weddings, national celebrations, and other ceremonial occasions.

Contrasting characters – From the serene warmth of Blaenwern to the grandeur of Hyfrydol.

Contrasting registrations – Clear indications for contrasting flute, reed, and full-organ colours.

Accessible engraving – 5 pages of music notation presented within a 8-page publication, cleanly set with registration guidance.

Intermediate level – Suitable for organists around UK Grade 5–6. Performance time for the set is about 5–6 minutes.

About the composer:

David Llewellyn Green (1935–2014) was born in Newport, Wales, and studied at the Royal Academy of Music, Durham University, and Bristol University. Following a distinguished career as a teacher and organist, he founded the Darjeeling School of Music in India and examined for Trinity College of Music. His extensive catalogue includes choral, instrumental, and orchestral works, including a Symphony and Cantata.

Publication details:

2 Welsh Hymn Tune Preludes for Organ — 8 pages in total (5 pages of music notation), organ score in PDF format. © 2018 EJ Music Publishing Ltd. All rights reserved; purchase licenses you to play from the copy but not to reproduce or distribute it. Catalogue No.: EJMP01076.

Add sheet music of this pair of finely crafted Welsh Preludes to your repertoire and let their expressive contrasts enrich services and organ recitals alike.