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A Kind Good-night
Staff Notation • Secular, Partsongs
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A Kind Good-night by John Franklin Kinsey — Lyrics
We part again with cheery, smiling faces,
While in our hearts the sad refrain we sing;
We ne’er may meet again in pleasant places,
And ne’er again our parting praises bring.
A kind goodnight we give to all at parting,
Your motto may it ever be the right;
Goodnight, and if the parting be forever,
We give to all a long farewell: Goodnight.
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About A Kind Good-night
John Franklin Kinsey’s A Kind Good-night sets an English text that captures the bittersweet emotions of parting. The choir director will appreciate how the SATB voicing allows for rich harmonic exploration of the farewell sentiments. The lyrics speak of meeting again with cheerful faces, yet acknowledge the possibility of permanent separation. This secular part-song balances warmth with a touch of melancholy, offering a thoughtful reflection on friendship and the uncertainty of future encounters. The music would suit a concert programme looking for expressive, relatable themes, allowing the choir to convey a range of tender feelings through their performance.
