Who composed I tremble not at noise of war?

I tremble not at noise of war was composed by Orlando Gibbons.

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I tremble not at noise of war is sung in English.

I tremble not at noise of war by Orlando Gibbons — Lyrics & Sheet Music (PDF)

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“I tremble not at noise of war” begins: (Gibbons reverses the line order in the first two couplets of the three he sets here.)… Read the full lyrics on ChoirPDFs.

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Composer: Orlando Gibbons

Format: Staff

Language: English

Pages: 1 page

This edition was prepared by David Fraser — free to download, print, rehearse and perform.

I tremble not at noise of war by Orlando Gibbons — Lyrics

(Gibbons reverses the line order in the first two couplets of the three he sets here.) == A Contented Mind == I weigh not Fortune's frown or smile, I joy not much in earthly joys; I seek not state, I reck not style, I am not fond of fancy's toys; I rest so pleased with what I have, I wish no more, no more I crave. I quake not at the thunder's crack, I tremble not at noise of war, I swoon not at the news of wrack, I shrink not at a blazing star: I fear not loss, I hope not gain,

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About I tremble not at noise of war

Orlando Gibbons’s I tremble not at noise of war is a striking SSATB madrigal, setting an English text that extols the virtues of a contented mind. The music opens with an immediate sense of poise and control, reflecting the lyrical themes of inner peace and freedom from external anxieties. Gibbons masterfully crafts a rich vocal texture, with imitative entries and homophonic passages that clearly delineate the sentiments expressed. He emphasizes the words through word painting, capturing the resolve and steadfastness of the singer’s heart against the 'thunder’s crack' and 'noise of war'. This is secular part-music from the English Renaissance, showcasing Gibbons’s mature command of vocal writing and his ability to convey profound meaning through artful musical construction.