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An anthem of Earth
Staff Notation • Secular, Anthems
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An anthem of Earth by Peter Bird — Lyrics
Blue, and brown, and green, and white:
Dunia, Dhara, Gaea, Terra, Earth.
Blue of the ocean.
Brown of the desert, and brown of the prairie.
Green of the tangled forest.
White of the snow.
Blue, and brown, and green, and white.
Continents split and reunite.
Life springs up from water and light.
People sing to stars at night:
Life is short; the art is long.
Ethics, law, and religion;
Math and physics growing strong;
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About An anthem of Earth
Peter Bird's An anthem of Earth is a secular anthem for SAATBB voices. The text celebrates the diverse beauty of our planet, from oceans and deserts to forests and snow-capped mountains. It reflects on the fragility of Earth as our shared home and the transient nature of human endeavors, linking the arts and sciences to the survival of civilization. The lyrics poetically explore themes of creation, life, and the human drive for knowledge and artistic expression, urging a deep respect for the natural world. The piece is written in English.
