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All so merrily
Staff Notation • Secular, Partsongs
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All so merrily by John Harrison Tenney — Lyrics
All so merrily,
All so cheerily,
Foot it, maidens, through the May;
Music sounding,
Joy abounding,
All is pleasure, fair the day.
Youth is not the time for sorrow,
Though the clouds arise tomorrow,
Joy abounding,
Bliss surrounding,
Ever beautiful the May.
Rosy morning,
Happy dawning,
Hail to thee, the flower queen,
Some are wiser,
Many stronger,
But such beauty is not seen.
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About All so merrily
Imagine a bright spring morning, filled with sunshine and the scent of flowers. This is the scene set by John Harrison Tenney in All so merrily, a lively English part-song for SATB choir. The text celebrates youth and the simple joys of the season, urging listeners to embrace pleasure and beauty while they can. The music reflects this carefree spirit, with its cheerful "foot it, maidens" and "joy abounding" sections. It is a secular piece, perfect for choirs looking to program something lighthearted and evocative of a vernal festival. The composer captures the exuberance of a May celebration, where music and merriment are paramount.
