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Her eyes the glow-worm lend thee
Staff Notation • Secular, Partsongs
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Her eyes the glow-worm lend thee by Gustav Holst — Lyrics
Her eyes the glowworm lend thee,
The shooting stars attend thee,
And the elves also,
Whose little eyes glow
Like the sparks of fire, befriend thee.
No willo'thewisp mislight thee,
Nor snake or slowworm bite thee,
But on, on thy way,
Not making a stay,
Since ghost there is none to affright thee.
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About Her eyes the glow-worm lend thee
Written for mixed-voice choir, this secular partsong sets words invoking nighttime magic and protection. The text, with its imagery of glow-worms, shooting stars, and elves, conjures a sense of enchantment, reassuring Julia that she will be guided safely on her way. Holst's music is likely to reflect this mystical atmosphere, perhaps with delicate vocal textures and a flowing melodic line. The composer originally conceived this piece for a less formal setting, a concert or social gathering rather than a church service. It is a charming and atmospheric work, well-suited for choirs looking to explore English partsong traditions.
