This edition was prepared by John Henry Fowler — free to download, print, rehearse and perform.
Amberley
Staff Notation • Sacred, Hymns
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Different typesettings and voicings of the same work. This page shows the main edition; the others are below.
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Amberley by Charles Hubert Hastings Parry — Lyrics
The roseate hues of early dawn, The brightness of the day,
The crimson of the sunset sky, How fast they fade away!
O for the pearly gates of heav'n! O for the golden floor!
O for the Sun of Righteousness That setteth nevermore!
The highest hopes we cherish here, How fast they tire and faint!
How many a spot defiles the robe That wraps an earthly saint!
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About Amberley
Charles Hubert Hastings Parry’s Amberley is a sacred hymn for SATB choir, written in English. The text expresses a yearning for heavenly perfection and eternal praise, contrasting the fleeting nature of earthly beauty and human endeavours with the everlasting light of God. The words speak of the transient colours of dawn and sunset, the weariness of earthly life, and the desire for a pure heart and a soul washed clean. It looks forward to the ultimate peace and perfectness found in God’s presence, praying for grace to remain steadfast. The music would suit a contemplative moment in a service or concert, reflecting on themes of faith, hope, and divine love.
