Londonderry Air from Timeless by Peter MacLachlan

A Londonderry Air Traditional (Alto Flute
Oboe, Cor Anglais, Alto Flute, Clarinet, Bassoon, Violin, Cello, Bass, 16 Violins 1, 10 Violins 2, 10 Violas, 10 Celli, 7 Basses, Celeste & Harp.

The melody comes from county Londonderry, Ireland (of course). It was collected in 1855, so it probably originates from the early 1800s. Though my introduction to the melody was as Londonderry Air, it’s mostly known under the title of Danny Boy. It’s hard to believe such a beautiful and lasting melody has no known composer…

Peter is a Canadian songwriter/composer, who has been writing songs since the late 60s.  His output is diverse revealing many influences - contemporary folk, musical theatre, chanson, the music of Brazil, jazz, classical & film music…

Peter now devotes most of his waking hours to writing, arranging and orchestrating music.

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