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Hark! She bids all her friends adieu
Staff Notation • Sacred, Anthems
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Hark! She bids all her friends adieu by Oliver Holden — Lyrics
1. Hark! She bids all her friends adieu;
Some angel calls her to the spheres;
Our eyes the radiant saint pursue
Through liquid telescopes of tears.
2. Farewell, bright soul, a short farewell,
Till we shall meet again above,
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About Hark! She bids all her friends adieu
Oliver Holden's anthem Hark! She bids all her friends adieu opens with a homophonic texture, the STB voices moving in close harmony to establish the solemn mood. The text is a poignant English elegy, mourning a saint's departure while anticipating a joyful reunion in the afterlife. Holden's setting emphasizes the comforting assurance of the lyrics, with clear declamation and a dignified pace. The straightforward yet affecting harmonies create a sense of shared grief and ultimate hope, making this a moving anthem for reflection and remembrance.
