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Cradle Song
Staff Notation • Secular, Partsongs
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Cradle Song by Lyman S. Leason — Lyrics
Evening is balmy and cool in the west,
Lulling the golden bright meadows to rest,
Twinkle like silver stars in the skies,
Greeting the two little slumbering eyes.
Sleep, sweetly sleep,
Sleep, sweetly sleep,
Thy watch the good angels in paradise keep;
Sleep, sleep, sleep, sweetly sleep.
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About Cradle Song
This gentle SATB setting of a poem about bedtime offers a peaceful moment for a choir. The text evokes a tranquil evening scene, with meadows resting and stars appearing, creating a comforting atmosphere for a sleeping child. The repeated refrain, Sleep, sweetly sleep, sung by the choir, reinforces the lullaby nature of the song. The composer paints a picture of nature settling down for the night, with flowers closing and trees swaying softly. This partsong would be well-suited for a concert program seeking to capture the quiet beauty of the natural world and the tender care of a parent. Its simple, evocative imagery makes it an accessible and affecting choice for any choir.
