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In Dreams I See My Mother
Staff Notation • Secular, Partsongs
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In Dreams I See My Mother by George N. Allen — Lyrics
In dreams I see my mother now,
Her locks are silvered gray;
I see upon her placid brow
The cares of many a day.
Her eye grows dim, her step is slow,
Her strength is failing fast,
Her voice is tremulous and low,
For youth’s bright day is past.
We knelt, in childhood by her side
To say our evening prayer;
Her gentle voice was then our guide,
It soothed each little care;
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About In Dreams I See My Mother
A poignant reflection on memory and loss, George N. Allen's In Dreams I See My Mother is a secular SATB setting of a heartfelt English text. The music captures the tender sadness of recalling a mother in her later years, her strength fading, and the deep comfort her presence once provided. The lyrics evoke nostalgic scenes of childhood prayers and the eventual, gentle passing of a loved one towards a heavenly rest. This piece is ideally suited for moments of remembrance, perhaps during a memorial service or a concert program exploring themes of family and affection, offering a deeply emotional connection for both singers and listeners.
