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“If That Day Comes Round” by the Marsh Family is a poignant and emotionally charged musical plea for peace, addressing the devastating consequences of war in Palestine. The song opens with an elegant piano, setting a somber tone that is soon accompanied by strumming and glittering guitars, creating a rich and emotive musical landscape.
What makes this song particularly impactful is the collective voice of the Marsh Family members, each singing different verses, which adds a unique diversity to the storytelling. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of lives lost and families broken, shedding light on the human cost of conflict. Despite the darkness, the song carries a message of hope, emphasizing that a “Miracle is brightest in the dark.”
The instrumentation, driven by guitar, strings, mandolin, and piano, adds a layer of orchestral complexity to the song, reflecting on shared histories of conflict, faith, and grief. The composition effectively conveys the emotional weight of the subject matter.
The line, “We broke a holy land just into shards,” is a powerful metaphor, highlighting the shattered state of the region for its immense cultural and historical significance.
The Marsh Family, consisting of parents Ben and Danielle Marsh and their children Alfie, Thomas, Ella, and Tess, brings a unique familial harmony to the performance, creating a sense of unity and amplifying the sincerity in their shared message.
As the holiday season approaches and the year comes to a close, “If That Day Comes Round” serves as a timely and necessary reminder of the importance of peace and understanding.
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Review By: Naomi Joan