A CHORUS OF VILLAGERS SING A SONG FROM ANOTHER TIME NOW ONLY A MEMORY
Come back, return! It is not yet the time to wander,
Come back, return! It is not yet the time to wander.
When it is your hour, then you will be called,
When it is your hour, then you will be called.
Come back to the village, return to the mountain—
Her trees invite you to climb into their arms!
Come back to the mountain, return to the stream—
Its musical bubbling, its sweet and cool waters!
Come back to the stream, return to the fishponds—
The fish are swimming in silvery streaks!
Come back to the village, return to your home—
Your children await the softest lullaby!
Come back, return! It is not yet the time to wander,
When it is your time, then you will be called.