This edition was prepared by James Gibb — free to download, print, rehearse and perform.
Albion
Staff Notation • Secular, Partsongs
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2 editions of this piece
Different typesettings and voicings of the same work. This page shows the main edition; the others are below.
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Albion by Marie Wurm — Lyrics
There is an isle, a sweet green isle,
Safe girdled by the sea,
Where plenty reigns and peace doth smile,
And all her sons are free!
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About Albion
Marie Wurm's Albion is a secular setting for SSA voices, presented in both English and German. The text celebrates an idyllic island nation, a place of freedom, plenty, and peace. The composer captures the patriotic sentiment of longing for this ideal homeland, contrasting it with the emptiness of owning a palace far from its shores. Wurm's musical setting likely reflects this earnest and heartfelt expression, making it a suitable choice for choirs seeking engaging part-songs that explore themes of belonging and national pride. The bilingual nature of the text also offers interesting possibilities for varied programming.
