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A Prayer before sunrise
Staff Notation • Secular
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A Prayer before sunrise by Jens Klimek — Lyrics
Sparkles of gold float the room,
and in the twilight I can only sense
the shadow of your smile
in your dreams,
and dawn calls you back home,
from your sweetest dream,
born is a new day,
when traces of gold find your eyes,
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About A Prayer before sunrise
A Prayer before Sunrise captures the tender moments of early morning, when light begins to illuminate the world and a child stirs from dreams. The text paints a picture of quiet anticipation, of a new day dawning and the gentle awakening of a loved one. The composer sets these evocative English lyrics for SATB choir, exploring the profound sentiment of parental hope and protection. The prayer that the child be guided through the nascent hours until daybreak offers a deeply personal and heartfelt expression, all set within a secular context. The music reflects the delicate imagery of the text, from the first golden sparkles to the final hopeful gaze.
