Allegretto tranquillo

Edouard (Edward) d'Evry, F.R.C.O., F.T.C.L. was Assistant Organist of the Brompton Oratory, London from 1893-99, and Organist there from 1899-1935,

He preceded Ralph Downes as Organist of the Brompton Oratory and wrote a number of pieces for organ in varying styles over a period of more than 50 years. He was also Controller of Examinations for the Trinity College of Music in London.

"Allegretto tranquillo" is found in the "Contemporary English Organ Album," which was edited by my old friend, Alec Rowley.

I doubt if the piece was written "for" the album, but this is the only version/information that I have about it.

It is a delightfully busy work that reminds the listener of the happy murmurings of a peaceful stream in some quiet meadow. The 16th note figurations in the right hand are constant throughout the first and third sections, while the middle part is more lyrical and expressive, almost chorale-like, but not quite.

Every thing about the piece is pleasing, plus the fact it's written in my favorite key of A major, so, how can you go wrong with this one?!?

It's not easy, but certainly can be mastered. You could use this as a prelude in church, but to me, this seems more of the recital nature.

The score is attached below, as well as photos of Edward d'Evry, and several photos of Brompton Oratory, where he spent 42 years of service.

Peace to All.