Zoltán Kodály: “Esti Dal”
- January 1, 2008
- By Michael Kaulkin
- Choral Music
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Happy new year! I just found this and had to share.
This is Kodály’s “Esti Dal” (Evening Song) performed by the King’s Singers. It is possibly my favorite piece of choral music. Here’s my own translation of the text:
As I lay down for the night by the edge of the woods,
I pull my blanket up to my chin.
I put my hands together,
Thus imploring you, my good LordMy Lord, grant me a place to stay,
For I’ve grown tired of wandering,
Of hiding,
Of living in a foreign landMy Lord, grant me a good night
Send me your blessed angel
To give courage to the dreams in our hearts.
My Lord, grant me a good night
