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Kind friends
Staff Notation • Secular, Partsongs
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Kind friends by Edward Roberts — Lyrics
How often when discouraged,
When full of grief and woe,
The presence of a loved one,
A solace can bestow;
Oh! like the “better angel”
That heav’n so often sends,
Is one we know in sorrow
As the very best of friends!
Kind friends! dear friends,
Ever in my heart I bear,
Sweet mem’ry of the friends
Who meet me everywhere.
And when we are rejoicing
O’er happy days. so sweet;
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About Kind friends
This SATB partsong by Edward Roberts, set to an English text, celebrates the profound comfort and joy found in friendship. The words explore how the presence of a loved one can offer solace during times of grief, acting as a guiding presence akin to a heavenly messenger. It also beautifully illustrates how shared happiness is amplified when spent with cherished friends, adding an extra layer of brightness to pleasant days. The composer captures the sentiment that everyone, regardless of their circumstances, can experience the blessing of friendship, highlighting the profound connection found in kindred spirits.
