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The Mute Swan
for SATB choir and pianoforte
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The poem was written by Dunedin poet Leonora Smith. She was born in Salisbury and grew up there. During her childhood, she would escape her abusive environment to seek the quiet solitude along the riverbank walks. In this poem she recalls her feelings of awe upon observing (from behind a bush) a large white swan. The poem was originally set by the composer for SSAA choir and piano.
Dedication note
to Leonora Smith
Text note
'The Mute Swan' — a poem by Leonora Smith