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Golden Sun of Evening
Staff Notation • Secular, Partsongs
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Golden Sun of Evening by Eva M. King — Lyrics
Golden sun of evening,
In thy splendid car,
To the west retreating,
Rich thy glories are.
Sun I love to view thee,
Since I lisped thy name,
Since I learned thy glories
From Jehovah came.
Welcome is thy beauty,
Golden evening sun,
Charming is thy radiance,
Just as day is done.
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About Golden Sun of Evening
Golden Sun of Evening opens with a gentle, flowing character, the SATB voices weaving together to create a warm and resonant texture. The music moves with a sense of calm and contemplation, reflecting the beauty of the setting sun. The English text speaks of the sun's daily journey and its enduring spirit, moving from the visual splendor of evening to the anticipation of its return in the morning. The composer captures the lyrical qualities of the words, creating a flowing and expressive part-song that would suit a concert or celebratory occasion. The homophonic writing at times allows the message of the text to come through clearly, supported by the rich harmonies of the full choir.
