https://beatcrave.com/w2/the-meaning-behind-the-song-lammastide-by-andrew-lloyd-webber/ The Meaning Behind The Song: Lammastide by Andrew Lloyd Webber I first discovered this beautiful composition on the album “The Woman in White" (Original London Cast Recording) in 2004. The song takes place during a scene called “Harvest-Time” in the musical. Villagers gather together, processing to the church while celebrating the fruits of their harvest. The mention of a corn dolly symbolizes protection from the harsh winter to come. This tradition dates back centuries and is rooted in the celebration of the first harvest. The villagers sing about the doll, highlighting the importance of folklore and the connection to nature in their lives.
Ripe golden fields and the bounty they bring Reason enough for to dance and to sing Dance for who knows if we'll live till it's spring Sing, for it's Lammastide!
(A young girl goes to Laura and gives her a corn dolly)
Winds of the winter as sharp as a thorn Soon will assault us as sure as we're born What will protect us? A doll made of corn Sing, for it's Lammastide!
Please spend the season pressed in my arms Rest in my arms Merrily, merrily We'll end the season wrapped in your arms Trapped in your arms Verily, verily
After we harvest the fruits of the earth Time for the home and a moment of mirth Time for a dance and the chance of rebirth Sing, for it's Lammastide!
Ripe golden fields and the bounty they bring Reason enough for to dance and to sing Dance for who knows if we'll live till it's spring Sing, for it's Lammastide! Dance, for it's Lammastide! Sing, for it's Lammastide!