Song Of The Dawn, Irish lyrics and guitar chords
Written by Brian Na Banban, I came across this one in an old Irish book called ''Songs And Recitations Of Ireland'' , It was recorded by The Longkesh Ramblers, The Go Lucky Four in 1967 on the album ''Irish Capers'' which included half of the song being rebel and the rest being standard folk song. Included on the album was God Save Ireland Song . Also recorded by Kathleen Largy who's also known as being an ''Irish ballad singer'' and one of Kathleen's better known ballads is The Snipers Promise Song .The sheet music notes for Song Of The Dawn are included in the key of F and also G Major.
The sheet music / tin whistle notes to The Song Of The Dawn are in the ebook of rebel songs for tin whistle here .
Song Of The Dawn Song Words
The song I sing is a song of home, A song of Roisin Dubh.
Of glade and glen, of ford and fen,
Of lake and mountain blue.
Of signs that stand over all the land, To tell of the long ago.
Let your voices ring in the song I sing -
Sean-Eire na nGaedheal go deo!
Hurrah! The night is ended,
We see the dawn's red glow;
Oh, shout it high, 'tis a freeman's cry Sean-Eire na nGaedheal go deo!
I sing of every wood and stream,
Of tower, and vale, and town.
When brave men died, where brave men tried To tear the red rag down.
From Cilarraidhe brave to the widest wave Where Lagan's waters flow,
From Teamhair na Riogh to the winding Laoi Sean-Eire na nGaedheal go deo!
I raise a rann for the ones who tread
The path to the dawning day.
Who will pause no more till their native shore, Is free from the Saxon sway;
Till from every hill and from every rill The freedom-cry shall go,
From old and young, in the Gaelic tongue —Sean-Eire na nGaedheal go deo!
The song I sing is a song of home, A song of Roisin Dubh.
Of glade and glen, of ford and fen,
Of lake and mountain blue.
Of signs that stand over all the land, To tell of the long ago.
Let your voices ring in the song I sing -
Sean-Eire na nGaedheal go deo!
Hurrah! The night is ended,
We see the dawn's red glow;
Oh, shout it high, 'tis a freeman's cry Sean-Eire na nGaedheal go deo!
I sing of every wood and stream,
Of tower, and vale, and town.
When brave men died, where brave men tried To tear the red rag down.
From Cilarraidhe brave to the widest wave Where Lagan's waters flow,
From Teamhair na Riogh to the winding Laoi Sean-Eire na nGaedheal go deo!
I raise a rann for the ones who tread
The path to the dawning day.
Who will pause no more till their native shore, Is free from the Saxon sway;
Till from every hill and from every rill The freedom-cry shall go,
From old and young, in the Gaelic tongue —Sean-Eire na nGaedheal go deo!
Here's the list of Irish rebel songs sheet music / tin whistle notes in that pdf ebook.
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The price is €8.90. You'll be diverted to the download page after payment.
Any problems please let me know. [email protected]
"Song of the Dawn"! This is a beautiful and somewhat spiritual song that, while not a traditional folk song, has become a favorite in the Irish country and folk-pop scenes.
Here's a breakdown of the song:
Here's a breakdown of the song:
- Theme and Meaning: The song is a powerful and hopeful ballad with a strong spiritual and optimistic message. It uses the imagery of the "dawn" to symbolize a new beginning, hope, and the overcoming of life's struggles.
- Hope and New Beginnings: The central theme is the idea that with every new day, there is a fresh start. The dawn represents a new opportunity to leave behind the troubles of the past and look forward to a better future.
- Love and Unity: The song also speaks of the power of love and unity. The lyrics often mention the feeling of being in a "land of green," with a "new sun rising in the sky," and the feeling of coming together with others.
- Spiritual Overtones: There is a strong spiritual element to the song. It talks about "voices from the past," and the feeling of a higher power guiding us toward a better future.
- Nature and Beauty: The song is filled with beautiful imagery of nature, such as the "wind that blows free," the "sun rising in the sky," and the "land of green." This connects the song to the natural beauty of Ireland and the sense of peace that can be found there.
- Hope and New Beginnings: The central theme is the idea that with every new day, there is a fresh start. The dawn represents a new opportunity to leave behind the troubles of the past and look forward to a better future.
- Musical Style: The song is typically performed as a country or folk-pop ballad. It's a very melodic and emotional song, often with a slow, building tempo that allows the powerful lyrics to take center stage. The instrumentation often includes traditional Irish instruments like the fiddle and tin whistle, blended with more contemporary elements like acoustic guitar and piano.
- Popularity and Performers: "Song of the Dawn" has been recorded and performed by numerous Irish artists. It is a very popular song at country dances and in folk sessions. Frank McCaffrey is one of the most well-known artists to have recorded it, and his version is a favorite among fans of Irish country music.
