The music of the ever-flowing streams,

The low deep thunders of the booming sea.

Lo, the bright Eye of Day unwearied beams!

Shedding our veil of storms

From our immortal forms,

We scan with keen-eyed gaze this nether sphere.”

Chorus of Clouds (nearer).

“Sisters who bring the showers,

Let us arise and greet

This glorious land, for Pallas’ dwelling meet,