by Frederick (Fred) G. Bowles ( flourished 1899-1918 )

I hear his footsteps, music sweet; Almona's song of delight
 (Sung text for setting by H. Burleigh)
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Language: English 
I hear his footsteps, music sweet,
As long ago they came;
One moment and we truly meet,
Ah, better love than fame!

A sun that sheds consuming fire,
A torch that blows to flame,
Is not more fierce than my desire
That kindles at his name!

Composition:

    Set to music by Harry Thacker Burleigh (1866 - 1949), "I hear his footsteps, music sweet; Almona's song of delight", 1905, published 1914 [ high voice and piano ], from Saracen Songs, no. 4

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This text was added to the website: 2021-01-08
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