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You Do Not Walk Alone
for ssaa chorus
1/15
Description
In this ethereal setting of a traditional Irish blessing, voices and piano hint at Celtic musical elements with a melody that ascends and descends over the Irish hillside, as flecks of Celtic rhythms delicately grace the scene. As the piece gradually builds, the voices swell together and offer comfort in a time of uncertainty.
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the Inspiration
Text
May you see God’s light on the path ahead
when the road you walk is dark.
May you always hear even in your hour of sorrow,
the gentle singing of the lark.
When times are hard
may hardness never turn your heart to stone.
May you always remember when the shadows fall–
You do not walk alone.
- Traditional Irish Blessing
Composer Notes
In the Irish tradition, blessings are heartfelt wishes for well-being, often shared at weddings, family gatherings, before a journey, and during other special occasions. This sentiment comes to life in You Do Not Walk Alone through a traditional Irish blessing and subtle text painting, reminding us that "when the shadows fall, you do not walk alone." Drawing inspiration from Celtic musical elements, I crafted a simple melody that rises and falls like the rolling Irish hills, while delicate folk rhythms gently grace the scene. As the voices and piano gradually build, they unite in a moment of solace, offering comfort in times of uncertainty.
“May you always remember when the shadows fall–
You do not walk alone.”
- Traditional Irish Blessing
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