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Hey-Ho Robin
Staff Notation • Secular, Partsongs
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Hey-Ho Robin by Benjamin Lambord — Lyrics
Hark, d’ye hear the Robin’s early greeting
O’er the clover blossoms gemmed with dew;
All the gladness of his heart repeating,
Heart that never care or sorrow knew?
Over upland, lawn and orchard
His clear pipe is heard:–
“Sweetheart! Sweetheart!”
Hey, ho, Robin; hey, ho, happy bird!
In his russet coat and vest of scarlet,
With his jaunty crest and glittering eye,
Was there ever such a merry varlet?
Look upon him and forget to sigh!
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About Hey-Ho Robin
With the onset of spring, this cheerful SATB part-song by Benjamin Lambord captures the joyous spirit of the season. The English text celebrates the robin's song, describing its carefree melody as a 'gladness of his heart' that has 'never care or sorrow knew'. The composer uses this imagery to evoke a sense of lightheartedness and simple pleasure, perfectly suited for a light spring concert or a moment of shared delight. The music, set for four-part mixed choir, likely mirrors the text's vivacity, making it an uplifting choice for directors seeking a secular work that embodies the optimism of nature's reawakening.
