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Accourez, bons François
Staff Notation • Sacred, Christmas
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Accourez, bons François by Eustache du Caurroy — Lyrics
Accourez, bons François, chacun de nous s'assemble,
Chantant noel, et portons sur nos bras
Nostre Royal Dauphin, pour adorer ensemble
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About Accourez, bons François
Accourez, bons François calls for the gathering of the faithful to celebrate the birth of Christ. The text, in French, urges listeners to assemble and sing 'noel', holding aloft the Dauphin of France as a symbol of earthly royalty, and joining in adoration of the heavenly Dauphin, born to redeem mankind. Composed by Eustache du Caurroy, this work is scored for SSATB voices. Its sacred nature and Christmas theme make it a fitting choice for festive occasions within the liturgical calendar, reflecting a period when such celebratory music was integral to French Renaissance culture.
