Preparatory.—Point out the contrast of scene in stanza i. How has the poet obtained contrast of sound? Note the difficulties of Articulation.
Enumerate the manifestations by means of which Sir Galahad apprehends the continual proximity of the Holy Grail.
Select the lines in which the mystical element is most strongly marked. What feeling is aroused in reading these lines?
In what Quality of voice does this feeling find expression? (Introduction, p. [34].)
What is the prevailing Quality of voice?
A rolling organ-harmony, etc. What idea predominates? How does it affect the Quality of voice?
SONG FOR SAINT CECILIA'S DAY
November 22, 1687