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Day is dawning
Staff Notation • Secular, Partsongs
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Day is dawning by Edward Bunnett — Lyrics
Behold! the day is dawning!
Its rosy beams appear!
And, high above, the skylark trills
Its carols sweet and clear!
The night outspreads its pinions
And swiftly flies afar;
All lost to view the silvery moon,
And every twinkling star!
Yes! the day is dawning!
And on each leafy tree
The songsters sing a welcoming,
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About Day is dawning
Edward Bunnett's part-song Day is dawning is a cheerful celebration of morning. The text evokes the arrival of light, the sounds of nature, and the awakening of flowers and animal life. Bunnett sets this optimistic text for SATB choir, with a flowing melody and rich harmonies that mirror the natural beauty described. The music rises and falls with the imagery, creating an uplifting and vivid soundscape. This English-language secular work captures the simple joys of a new day, making it an ideal choice for a bright and spirited choral offering.
