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Bouquet à Madeleine
Staff Notation • Secular, Chansons
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Bouquet à Madeleine by François-Auguste Gevaert — Lyrics
Elle sut plaire à tous les yeux,
Votre aimable patronne;
A Paphos, comme dans les cieux
Elle obtint la couronne.
Et dans l'une et dans l'autre Cour,
Pour chanter ses louanges,
L'on a vu disputer tour à tour
Les amours et les anges.
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About Bouquet à Madeleine
François-Auguste Gevaert's Bouquet à Madeleine is a charming secular chanson for SATB choir, sung in French. The text, a delightful poetic tribute, praises a certain 'Madeleine' for her beauty and grace, comparing her to celestial beings and goddesses. It speaks of her ability to captivate all eyes and win admiration, suggesting that her presence brings a heavenly atmosphere to any place she inhabits. The composer captures this light and adoring sentiment in his music, creating a piece that is both elegant and effervescent. This work would make a lovely addition to any choir's secular repertoire, offering a touch of refined French elegance.
