3 Hymn Tune Variants for Organ — David Llewellyn Green

This expressive collection by British composer David Llewellyn Green (1935–2014) presents three meditative Variations on well-loved Hymn tunes: 'Strength and Stay', 'Gerontius', and 'Dix'. Each setting has its own character — lyrical, rhythmic, and noble — unified by Green’s warm harmonic language and clear writing.

Strength and Stay flows gently, at an Andante speed, with soft flute registrations and a tranquil melodic line.

Gerontius follows in broader style, its moving rhythmic flow and pulse lending the music strength and continuity.

Dix concludes the set with stately grace, presenting the Hymn tune in the left hand.

Together, these three Variants offer refined, devotional music suitable for worship and/or reflection.

Why you’ll love it:

Three familiar Hymns – Expressive variants on 'Strength and Stay', 'Gerontius', and 'Dix', each cherished for their beauty and frequent use in worship, weddings, and memorial services.

Contrasting characters – From the calm lyricism of 'Strength and Stay', through the moving rhythmic vitality of 'Gerontius', to the dignified grandeur of 'Dix'.

Flexible registration – Suggested use of flutes, diapasons, and full organ for clear tonal contrast.

Accessible engraving – 3 pages of music notation within a 6-page publication, neatly typeset with registration guidance.

Intermediate level – Suitable for organists around UK Grade 5–6; total performance time approximately 6–7 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:

3 Hymn Tune Variants for Organ — 6 pages in total (3 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.: EJMP01077.

Add sheet music of these thoughtful Hymn tune Variants to your repertoire and let their warmth, rhythmic flow, and poise bring depth to worship, reflective recital programmes or services.