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Beyond the harbor bell
Staff Notation • Secular, Partsongs, Folk songs
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Beyond the harbor bell — Lyrics
The fisher’s boat has braved the tide,
Far, far beyond the bell.
His wife and child at home abide.
Fare thee well!
The darkness falls upon the main,
Far, far beyond the harbor bell.
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About Beyond the harbor bell
This traditional English folk song, Beyond the harbor bell, is arranged for SATB choir. The text evokes the anxious wait for a sailor's safe return, painting a vivid picture of a fisher's wife and child abiding at home as darkness falls upon the sea. The lyrics speak of the dangers faced beyond the harbor bell, reminding the listener of the importance of guidance, such as a distant light's warning, and expressing a prayer for all craft to sail home again. This setting captures the poignant blend of apprehension and hope inherent in the original folk lyric, offering a touching reflection on love and longing.
