Cradle song arranged for flute quartet (mp3)

This is a flute quartet adaptation of William Byrd's Cradle Song. The lyrics are tender and comforting, expressing sentiments of affection towards a beloved child. The song begins with a loving address, "My little sweet darling, my comfort and joy," followed by a soothing lullaby. The beauty of the child is compared to the princes of Troy. The song continues with words of reassurance and comfort, "Now hush, Child, now sleep, Child, thy mother's sweet boy," and ends with a melodic lullaby.