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Hymn to the Madonna
Staff Notation • Sacred, Anthems
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Hymn to the Madonna by Eduard Kremser — Lyrics
With all my weight of woes unspoken
Let me before thee bend the knee,
Thou hope of weary hearts and broken,
Madonna, show thy grave to me.
On Thee I call,
The tears are falling,
From out mine eyes in grateful flow,
And heav'nly voices hear I calling,
Do not despair, O Child of woe.
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About Hymn to the Madonna
This soaring anthem for SSAA voices, set in English, captures a profound moment of spiritual solace and awakening. The text expresses a deep yearning for divine comfort, finding hope and reassurance in the figure of the Madonna. As personal sorrows give way to faith, the music reflects the transition from despair to radiant joy, painting a vivid scene of the heart being lifted towards heavenly light. The devotional message, echoing with angelic voices and presaging a release from earthly burdens, is powerfully conveyed through the rich, blended harmonies of the female choir. It is a moving plea and a triumphant affirmation of renewed faith and peace.
