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By the sea
Staff Notation • Secular, Partsongs
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By the sea by Frederick A. Challinor — Lyrics
It is a beauteous evening, calm and free,
The holy time is quiet as a Nun
Breathless with adoration; the broad sun
Is sinking down in its tranquility;
The gentleness of heaven broods o’er the Sea;
Listen! the mighty Being is awake,
And doth with his eternal motion make
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About By the sea
This evocative SATB setting of Wordsworth's poem conjures a scene of tranquil contemplation. Set in English, the text describes a serene evening by the sea, capturing the solemnity and profound beauty of nature's grandeur. The composer adeptly mirrors the peaceful yet awe-inspiring atmosphere, from the sinking sun to the 'sound like thunder' of the ocean's eternal motion. This secular partsong offers a thoughtful reflection on the divine presence found in the natural world, suitable for moments of quiet reflection or evocative concert programming. The setting is appropriate for mixed choirs, bringing to life the poem's blend of serene observation and spiritual depth.
