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Benediction II: Trafalgar
Staff Notation • Secular
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Benediction II: Trafalgar by Ross Anderson Smith — Lyrics
Horatio Nelson, I've heard them say,
Might have lived to another day,
Had he covered his medals and bowed his head,
A sniper would not have shot him dead.
But I say ye this, who care to heed
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About Benediction II: Trafalgar
Ross Anderson Smith's Benediction II: Trafalgar is a secular work for solo voice. The text, sung in English, explores the poignant 'what if' of history, considering the fatal consequences of Nelson's prominence at Trafalgar. It moves from this specific historical moment to a broader reflection on human nature, suggesting that the need to display one's 'own' flag, a symbol of personal conviction or pride, can lead to suffering and pain. The piece examines the relationship between pride and honour, and the potential cost of standing out or asserting oneself in the world.
