This edition was prepared by José Ignacio Pérez Purroy — free to download, print, rehearse and perform.
Barquero que surcas
Staff Notation • Sacred, Arias
Preview
0
0
Subscribed as
Want Sunday picks sent to another address too?
Free weekly email
Your choir should not be left out in what's trending
Sunday mass selections, psalms, and trending songs in your area — straight to your inbox.
Barquero que surcas by Tomás de Torrejón y Velasco — Lyrics
Barquero que surcas,
con María la esfera
aunque es al empireo,
escucha, oye afable mis quejas,
llanto, suspiros, ternezas
¡ay! que me llevas el alma
y sin Madre me dejas.
Vuelve la proa, vuelve la proa.
Oye, escucha mis quejas,
mas 'ay que mi llanto las olas aumenta,
y con mis suspiros más breve se ausenta
y fluctuando en las ondas del mundo nos deja.
Amaina las velas!, amaina las velas!
Boga, boga, a la orilla al timón da la vuelta
Read full lyrics
About Barquero que surcas
This sacred aria, sung in a mix of Spanish and Latin, captures a poignant plea to a boatman, presumably a symbolic figure guiding souls. The text expresses profound sorrow and a desperate longing for Mary, lamenting her absence and the resulting darkness. The imagery of waves and sighs increasing with tears paints a vivid picture of distress. The solo voice is tasked with conveying the overwhelming emotion of being left without guidance, a stark contrast to the 'empireo' or heavenly realm. The aria powerfully conveys themes of loss, spiritual yearning, and the overwhelming sadness that pervades when divine light is withdrawn.
