One of the most impressive songs in the Celtic Thunder catalog is Heartland, a haunting ensemble number in which storm-tossed seafarers pray for protection from the elements. With its Gaelic chorus that translates to "Lord, have mercy, Christ have mercy, Lord have mercy, Christ have mercy," it's also perhaps the most overtly religious song they perform. I've been itching to do something with it ever since I heard it, but I was clueless as to what that might be. Then tonight, the solution hit me over the head. So here's my tribute to my favorite of J. K. Rowling's many creative spells.
Expecto Patronum!
Harry: When Dementors threaten and all is cold,
Deliver me from the darkness in my soul.
All: Expecto patronum! Expecto patronum!
Expecto patronum! Expecto patronum!
Luna: When my world is lonely and friendships rare,
Call to mind my comrades, little hare.
All: Expecto patronum! Expecto patronum!
Expecto patronum! Expecto patronum!
Snape: Silver doe, I have kept you secret so long.
Lead the boy to the sword and make him strong.
All: Expecto patronum! Expecto patronum!
Expecto patronum! Expecto patronum!
Harry: Deliverer, deliverer,
I wait for you!
All: Expecto patronum! Expecto patronum!
Expecto patronum! Expecto patronum!
Expecto patronum! Expecto patronum!
Expecto patronum! Expecto patronum!
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