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Come, celebrate the May
Staff Notation • Secular, Partsongs
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2 editions of this piece
Different typesettings and voicings of the same work. This page shows the main edition; the others are below.
SATB · James Gibb
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Come, celebrate the May by John Liptrot Hatton — Lyrics
Come, celebrate the May,
Let's have a roundelay,
And, mirthful as a fay,
We'll dance and sing the day,
The livelong day of May!
The sun shall shed his ray,
In dazzling light shall play,
And gilding ev'ry spray,
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About Come, celebrate the May
This joyful SATB part-song invites singers and listeners alike to embrace the spirit of spring. The English text paints a vibrant scene of celebration, urging a merry roundelay of dancing and singing throughout the long May day. It evokes the warmth of the sun, its rays playing and gilding every branch, illuminating the glorious day. The words call upon all, young and old, to join with heartfelt voices in wishing this brilliant first of May to be a truly happy occasion. Hatton's setting perfectly captures the lighthearted and festive mood of the season and the text, making it an ideal choice for secular choirs looking for engaging and uplifting repertoire.
