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I am the rose of Sharon
Staff Notation • Sacred, Motets
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I am the rose of Sharon by Geoff Allan — Lyrics
I am the rose of Sharon,
And the lily of the valleys.
As the lily among the thorns, so is my Love among the Daughters.
As the apple tree among the trees of the wood, so is my Beloved among the Sons.
I sat down under his shadow with great delight,
And his fruit was sweet to my taste.
My beloved spake, and said unto me:
Rise up, my love, my fair one, and come away.
For, lo, the winter is past, the rain is over and gone;
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About I am the rose of Sharon
Geoff Allan’s SATB setting of I am the rose of Sharon is a motet of devotional character. The English text is drawn from the Song of Solomon, describing the speaker's deep affection and the burgeoning beauty of nature. The composer explores this rich imagery through the interplay of the four vocal parts, creating a warm and resonant texture. The music effectively conveys the tenderness and growing anticipation of the text, building to a climactic affirmation of love. This piece offers a rich and expressive opportunity for a choir looking for a sacred motet that is both musically engaging and spiritually uplifting.
