Cut Him Out In Little Stars

Song Cycle by Paola Prestini (b. 1975)

1. THE DANCE  [sung text not yet checked]

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Dance, dance, young lady to my song, turning
softly and lightly to the sounds of ocean waves.
Do you hear the faint voices of the playful
breeze trying to reach your heart with its
languishing tone? And they invite you to dance
without rest. Dance, dance, young lady to my song!
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2. The Distance  [sung text not yet checked]

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My dear one, 
believe me but this: 
when you are far, 
my heart is torn. 

And I remain true, 
a lover with sighs: 
pleading the end 
of this cruel scorn

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3. Where one cannot see
 (Sung text)

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As on the swelling wave in idle motion, 
gentle and serene, playful sunbeams are resting, 
while in the bosom of the unfathomed ocean,
tempests, are hiding. 

And so there are many
who feign happiness with outward smiles, 
while deep within, in secret chambers, 
their hearts lie tormented and covered in silent anguish.

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Total word count: 134