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As now the shades of eve
Staff Notation • Secular, Glees
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As now the shades of eve by Benjamin Cooke — Lyrics
As now the shades of eve imbrown
The scenes where pensive poets rove;
From care remote from envy's frown,
The joys of inward calm I prove.
What holy strains around me swell;
No wildly rude tumultuous sound,
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About As now the shades of eve
As evening draws in, this gentle glee offers a moment of quiet reflection. Its English text speaks of finding inward calm away from the world's troubles, soothed by nature's gentle sounds and the sweet songs of birds. The composer Benjamin Cooke sets this serene scene for SSAB voices, evoking a mood of peaceful contemplation. The harmony unfolds with a pleasing grace, perfectly capturing the contemplative atmosphere of the lyrics. This piece is ideal for occasions when a choir wishes to present a refined and tranquil moment, celebrating the simple pleasures of friendship and inner peace.
