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Come, May, with all thy flowers
Staff Notation • Secular, Partsongs
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Come, May, with all thy flowers by Frederic Hymen Cowen — Lyrics
Come, May, with all thy flowers,
Thy sweetly scented thorn,
Thy cooling evening showers,
Thy fragrant breath at morn:
When Mayflies haunt the willow,
When Maybuds tempt the bee,
Then o’er the shining billow
My love will come to me.
From Eastern Isles she’s winging
Through watery wilds her way,
And on her cheek is bringing
The bright sun’s orient ray:
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About Come, May, with all thy flowers
Frederic Hymen Cowen's SATB part-song Come, May, with all thy flowers is an evocative celebration of spring's arrival and the anticipation of a loved one's return. The English text paints a vivid picture of May's natural beauty – its blossoms, cooling showers, and fragrant mornings, alongside the buzzing of bees and the presence of mayflies. The anticipation builds as the lyrics describe the journey of a beloved, arriving from afar with the 'bright sun's orient ray' upon her cheek. This secular piece is ideal for choirs seeking to capture the essence of a joyous spring day and the hopeful sentiment of romantic expectation. Its imagery of gentle breezes and perpetually bright gardens offers a delightful musical opportunity.
