Will o’ the Wisp Lyrics
About
This track draws both its title and its sound from a 1915 composition by Spanish composer Manuel de Falla, named El Amor Brujo. The composition’s 10th movement is named “Canción del fuego fatuo”, which translates to “Song of the will-o'-the-wisp”.
Despite being noticeably upbeat, some reviews have called into question whether this sound is just a deception, thanks to the presence of such a sulking instrument like the bassoon.
Miles’s muted trumpet is used to particularly powerful effect for the coda, making this short song a masterful example of dynamics, fully abetted by Evans’s crafty instincts.
Q&A
Find answers to frequently asked questions about the song and explore its deeper meaning
In ancient mythology, a Will-o’-the-wisp is a light that hovers in the wilderness, luring travellers away from the beaten path, often appearing as a guide to a hidden treasure or as a warning of a future event.
