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I syng of a mayden
Staff Notation • Sacred, Anthems, Christmas
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I syng of a mayden by Jennifer Bastable — Lyrics
I syng of a mayden that is makeles,
Kyng of alle kynges to here sone che ches.
He came also stylle ther his moder was
As dew in aprylle, that fallyt on the gras.
He cam also stylle to his moderes bowr
As dew in aprille, that fallyt on the flour.
He cam also stylle ther his moder lay
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About I syng of a mayden
Jennifer Bastable sets a celebrated medieval English carol, beginning with the Annunciation and the Virgin Birth. The composer captures the poem's gentle, mystical atmosphere, depicting the stillness of Christ's arrival like dew falling on grass. A soprano solo announces the serene opening, before the SATB choir enters, developing the text's imagery with lush harmonies and flowing melodic lines. The music evokes a sense of quiet wonder, reflecting the mystery of the Incarnation and the unique status of Mary as both mother and maiden. This sacred anthem, suitable for Christmas, brings a devotional text to life with sensitive and expressive choral writing.
