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Braw, braw lads
Staff Notation • Secular, Partsongs
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Braw, braw lads by Henry A. Lambeth — Lyrics
Braw, braw lads on Yarrowbraes,
They rove amang the blooming heather;
But Yarrow braes, nor Ettrick shaws
Can match the lads o’ Galla Water.
But there is ane, a secret ane,
Aboon them a’ I lo’e him better;
And I’ll be his, and he’ll be mine,
The bonnie lad o’ Galla Water.
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About Braw, braw lads
Henry A. Lambeth’s setting of Braw, braw lads unfolds with a delightful energy, opening with a clear, almost declamatory statement in the upper voices before the lower parts join in. This secular part-song, written for SATB choir in Lowland Scots, captures the joyous spirit of the original folk lyric. The text celebrates the beauty of the Scottish landscape and the affection for a particular young man from Galla Water. It speaks of a love that transcends social standing and material wealth, emphasizing mutual affection and contentment as the truest treasure. Lambeth’s arrangement effectively conveys the song’s romantic and celebratory mood, with a texture that is both engaging and accessible for choirs.
