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Go where glory waits thee
Staff Notation • Secular, Partsongs, Folk songs
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Go where glory waits thee — Lyrics
Go where glory waits thee,
But while fame elates thee,
Oh! still remember me.
When the praise thou meetest
To thine ear is sweetest,
Oh! then remember me.
Other arms may press thee,
Dearer friends caress thee,
All the joys that bless thee,
Sweeter far may be;
But when friends are nearest,
And when joys are dearest,
Oh! then remember me!
When, at eve, thou rovest
By the star thou lovest,
Oh! then remember me.
Think, when home returning,
Bright we’ve seen it burning,
Oh! thus remember me.
Oft as summer closes,
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About Go where glory waits thee
This SATB setting of the well-known Irish poem offers a poignant reflection on memory and fidelity. The text itself, often attributed to Thomas Moore, speaks of a lover's plea to be remembered amidst success and new affections. The composer has crafted a warm and lyrical musical setting that perfectly captures the sentimental yearning of the words. With its English text and accessible part-writing, this piece is ideal for mixed choirs looking for a moving and memorable addition to their repertoire. Its folk-song origins lend it a natural expressiveness that will resonate with both singers and audience.
