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Flight of the Holy Family Opus 20
Staff Notation • Sacred
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Flight of the Holy Family Opus 20 by Max Bruch — Lyrics
See, now fall the length'ning shadows
through the fresh, cool ev’ning air
Woodwards over peaceful meadows
Joseph bends his steps with care.
Leads his patient beast of burden,
scarcely fans the gentle breeze.
'Tis the angel's pinions waving,
that the dreaming infant sees.
Mary, full of joy and sadness,
views her child in holy bliss,
and her heart sings songs of gladness
in that silent loneliness.
Now the busy glow worms labor
lights the path with flick'ring ray.
They will guide the heav'nly mother
in the dark and desert way;
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About Flight of the Holy Family Opus 20
Max Bruch's Flight of the Holy Family sets an English text that poetically describes the journey of Mary, Joseph, and the infant Jesus. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of the holy family traveling through a peaceful evening landscape, illuminated by the glow of fireflies and guided by angelic presence. Bruch captures the poignant blend of joy and sorrow in Mary's heart as she gazes upon her child, emphasizing the quiet solitude of their flight. The SATB voicing allows for rich harmonic expression, reflecting the sacred and devotional nature of the subject matter. This sacred anthem is suitable for choirs seeking a contemplative piece with evocative imagery.
