Good-Night

This is a secular SATB setting of an English text, suitable for the conclusion of a concert or social gathering. The words express a warm farewell, wishing peace and repose to the audience until the singers meet again. Fields's music likely reflects this sentiment with a gentle and resonant conclusion, appropriate for closing an evening's programme. The composer's intention is to send the listeners away with a sense of contentment and fellowship, as the "evenings work is done" and "sweet repose" is wished for all. It is a fitting way to end a performance, acknowledging the shared experience and looking forward to future encounters.