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Fear no more
Staff Notation • Secular, Partsongs
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Fear no more by Michael Gray — Lyrics
Fear no more the heat o' the sun,
Nor the furious winter's rages;
Thou thy worldly task hast done,
Home art gone, and ta'en thy wages;
Golden lads and girls all must,
As chimneysweepers, come to dust.
Fear no more the frown o' the great;
Thou art past the tyrant's stroke:
Care no more to clothe and eat;
To thee the reed is as the oak:
The sceptre, learning, physic, must
All follow this, and come to dust.
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About Fear no more
This SAB setting of "Fear No More" offers a reflective and consoling mood, suitable for moments of solemnity or remembrance. The text, drawn from Shakespeare's Cymbeline, speaks of release from earthly troubles and the universality of mortality, reassuring the listener that worldly concerns and hierarchies ultimately yield to dust. Michael Gray’s musical setting captures the profound peace and acceptance found within these verses. The part-song arrangement allows for rich harmonic textures to underscore the gentle, yet profound, message of the lyrics, making it a poignant choice for mature choral ensembles.
