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A Funeral Elegy on the Death of George Washington
Staff Notation • Sacred, Anthems
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A Funeral Elegy on the Death of George Washington by Abraham Wood — Lyrics
Know ye not that a great man hath fall'n today?
Yea, we know it.
Hold thou thy peace.
Mourn, O Americans, for Washington's no more.
Rest his dear sword beneath his head;
Round him his faithful arms shall stand:
Fix his bright ensigns on his bed,
The guards and honours of our land.
Fair Liberty, in sables dress'd,
Write his lov'd name upon his urn,
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About A Funeral Elegy on the Death of George Washington
This sacred anthem for SATB voices in English is a profound reflection on the passing of a national hero. The text expresses the deep sorrow and national mourning following the death of George Washington, acknowledging his immense stature and the void he leaves behind. The composer, Abraham Wood, sets these poignant words to music that captures the gravity of the occasion, moving from lamentation to a hopeful anticipation of eternal rest and ultimate triumph. The anthem serves as a powerful tribute, cherishing Washington's legacy as a defender of liberty and a formidable leader, and imagining his final rest and eventual resurrection.
