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Beauty is a lovely sweet
Staff Notation • Secular, Madrigals
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Beauty is a lovely sweet by Thomas Bateson — Lyrics
Beauty is a lovely sweet,
Where pure white and crimson meet.
Join’d with favour of the face,
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About Beauty is a lovely sweet
Thomas Bateson's Beauty is a lovely sweet is a delightful example of English madrigal writing for three female voices. The composer crafts a smooth, flowing texture, allowing the beauty of the text to shine through. The music mirrors the lyrical description of ideal feminine beauty, with a gentle ebb and flow. Bateson subtly shifts the harmony and voice leading to highlight key phrases, creating a sense of delicate admiration. The piece explores the ephemeral nature of outward appearance, suggesting that inner virtue would be an even greater treasure. This madrigal is a charming selection for a choir seeking to explore the rich tradition of English secular part-song.
