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Hie away!
Staff Notation • Secular, Partsongs
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Hie away! by Edward Douglas Tayler — Lyrics
Hie away, hie away,
Over bank and over brae,
Where the copsewood is the greenest,
Where the fountains glisten sheenest,
Where the ladyfern grows strongest,
Where the morning dew lies longest,
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About Hie away!
Edward Douglas Tayler's Hie away! is a vibrant SATB setting of a classic English text. The music opens with an energetic interplay between the voices, immediately evoking the sense of eager movement and joyful escape described in the lyrics. Tayler's part-song captures the spirit of the words, painting a sonic picture of verdant landscapes and secret haunts, places 'lovely, lonesome, cool, and green'. The composer's skillful writing for four voices ensures a rich texture that drives the text forward, from the initial call to 'hie away' to the final reiteration of this joyous invitation. This is a wonderfully spirited concert piece, ideal for a choir looking for a lively and evocative addition to their programme.
