Now Sleeps the Crimson Petal

Now sleeps the crimson petal (Alfred, Lord Tennyson, 1809–92) entreats a lover to emulate nature’s patterns, imploring that they first waken like the firefly and then “slip into my bosom and be lost in me.” The music is inspired by composers Gerald Finzi and Roger Quilter, two of the most prominent figures in English song in the first half of the twentieth century. Faber Choral Singles offer a series of beautifully crafted arrangements in a diversity of musical styles for today’s choirs. From Broadway, pop and folk to spirituals, gospel and original works, the Faber Choral Singles series guarantees the perfect repertoire for every occasion.