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Beauteous clouds
Staff Notation • Secular, Partsongs
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Beauteous clouds by Heinrich Werner — Lyrics
Beauteous clouds, I see you gilded
By the westwardtending sun,
Ye proclaim, thus brightly glowing,
That another day is run;
Soon the veil of darkness
O'er the land around us lies,
Other regions, waking,
See the morning rise.
Distant clouds, I hear you floating
On the breeze, like zephyr's sighs,
From the land of sweet remembrance,
Whither oft affection flies.
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About Beauteous clouds
This four-part male-voice setting of an English text is a secular part-song by Heinrich Werner. The music reflects the contemplative mood of the words, which speak of the beauty of clouds at sunset and their association with memory and longing. As the day draws to a close, the clouds become symbols of passing time, distant lands, and cherished recollections. The text expresses a wistful sentiment, likening childhood visions to fleeting clouds, evoking a sense of both beauty and melancholy. This piece offers a reflective moment for a choir, suitable for occasions when a gentle, evocative atmosphere is desired.
