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Amour se doibt
Staff Notation • Secular, Chansons
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Amour se doibt by Jean Maillard — Lyrics
D'amour on doit s'imaginer
une rose dont on peut retire
l'odeur pour un certain temps.
Mais l'amitié est un beaucoup plus grande chose
pour qui la veut considérer véritablement.
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About Amour se doibt
Jean Maillard's chanson Amour se doibt explores the contrast between fleeting romantic love and enduring friendship. The text suggests that while love is like a rose, offering temporary fragrance, friendship provides lasting pleasure, honour, and advancement. This SATB setting captures the thoughtful reflection of the French Renaissance chanson, a genre of secular part-music. The ATTB voicing allows for a rich, blended sound, ideal for directors seeking to programme a piece with both lyrical beauty and a profound message about human connection. Its textual depth and elegant musicality make it a compelling choice for a discerning choir.
