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An evening lullaby
Staff Notation • Secular, Partsongs
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An evening lullaby by Wilfrid Shaw — Lyrics
Slumber on, little one,
The sun has sunk low and red;
Slumber on, peaceful one,
Darkness is now overhead;
The wind blows strong from the west,
The birds are all in their nest,
Tiny one, slumber on,
Slumber and take thy rest,
Tiny one, slumber on,
Slumber and take thy rest.
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About An evening lullaby
Wilfrid Shaw’s An Evening Lullaby is a gentle SATB setting of an English text. The composer captures the peaceful essence of the lyrics through a smooth, flowing texture, where the vocal lines intertwine to create a soothing atmosphere. The music mirrors the words, evoking the comforting embrace of a lullaby as it bids a child to sleep. The text speaks of the day ending, the protective presence of angels, and the deep rest a child deserves. This secular partsong would be an effective choice for a choir seeking to express tenderness and warmth in their programming. The rich SATB voicing allows for a full, resonant sound, perfectly suited to the gentle sentiments of the song.
