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Eriskay Love Lilt
Staff Notation • Secular, Partsongs, Folk songs
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Eriskay Love Lilt by Hugh S. Roberton — Lyrics
From Songs of the Hebrides
Bheir mi òro bhan o
Bheir mi òro bhan i;
Bheir mi òru o ho
Sad am I, without thee.
When I’m lonely, dear white heart,
Black the night or wild the sea,
By love’s light, my foot finds
The old pathway to thee.
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About Eriskay Love Lilt
Hugh S. Roberton’s Eriskay Love Lilt opens with a gentle, lilting melody that is gradually taken up by the different voices of the SATB choir. The text, drawn from Songs of the Hebrides, speaks of enduring love and devotion, expressing how the singer’s thoughts turn to their beloved in times of loneliness, darkness, or uncertainty. The folk-like melody, simple and direct, perfectly captures the heartfelt sentiment of the lyrics, creating a warm and intimate atmosphere. This arrangement allows the interplay between the voices to convey the tenderness and longing of the original Gaelic sentiment, making it a touching and memorable piece for choir.
