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Brunette
Staff Notation • Secular, Chansons
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Brunette by François-Auguste Gevaert — Lyrics
Ma belle, ma toute belle,
Je t'aimerai toujours;
Ma belle, ma toute belle,
Réponds à mes amours.
Quand j'aurais cent voix,
Toutes ne parleraient que d'elle;
Quand j'aurais cent voix,
Toutes lui diraient à la fois:
Ma belle, ma toute belle,
Je t'aimerai toujours;
Ma belle, ma toute belle,
Réponds à mes amours.
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About Brunette
This charming French chanson for SATB voices opens with a lively, almost dance-like character. The voices engage in a delightful interplay, weaving melodies that suggest the playful yet earnest declarations of love found in the text. The composer captures the spirit of the words, which express an unwavering devotion and a desire to please the beloved. The music reflects the text's simple yet profound sentiment, portraying a heart whose only wish is to bring joy to the object of its affection. This is a delightful example of secular part-music from its genre, sure to bring a smile to singers and listeners alike.
