Few hymns capture the weight and wonder of Good Friday like At the Cross. Written by Isaac Watts with music by Ralph E. Hudson, this timeless hymn leads us to reflect deeply on the sacrifice of Christ. With its heartfelt lyrics and tender melody, it has long been a staple of Holy Week services.

This brass quintet arrangement embraces that reverence with warmth and beauty, offering your ensemble a moving piece to share during the most sacred moments of the Easter season.

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🎼 Arrangement Highlights
This setting opens with a quiet, lyrical statement in the trumpet and horn before gently unfolding into the full melody. Each phrase is given space to breathe, with rich harmonies supporting the emotional tone. The low brass bring depth without overpowering the simplicity of the message.

📅 Suggested Use
Ideal for Good Friday services, communion, or reflective moments during Holy Week. This arrangement is especially meaningful as an offertory or quiet musical interlude between scripture readings. It sets a tone of reverence and gratitude.

Each piece in this series is playable yet accessible, making it a great fit for volunteer church ensembles or school quintets. And with multiple substitution parts included, you have the flexibility to perform it with a variety of instruments—including saxophones and treble clef brass players.

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