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Bind my brows
Staff Notation • Secular, Glees
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Bind my brows by John Stainer — Lyrics
Bind my brows,
Let us, with the clust'ring vine,
The rose, Love's blushing flower, entwine;
Fancy's hand our chaplets wreathing,
Vernal sweets around us breathing,
We'll gaily drink, full goblet quaffing,
At frighted care securely laughing.
Rose, thou balmy scented flower,
Reared by Spring's most fost'ring power,
Thy dewy blossoms, opening bright,
To gods themselves can give delight.
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About Bind my brows
This charming glee for ATTB voices, Bind my brows, evokes a celebratory mood, perhaps suited to an outdoor gathering or a convivial evening. The English text speaks of entwining chaplets of vine and rose, suggesting a scene of pastoral revelry and the enjoyment of nature's bounty. The music is likely to reflect this light-hearted and sensuous imagery, with playful melodies and harmonies. The composer invites singers to embrace the spirit of Fancy and Bacchus, celebrating love and pleasure with song and dance. This is a delightful example of secular part-music, perfect for a choir looking for something spirited and engaging.
