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Camilla fair tripped o'er the plain
Staff Notation • Secular, Madrigals
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2 editions of this piece
Different typesettings and voicings of the same work. This page shows the main edition; the others are below.
SSATB · Ian Haslam
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Camilla fair tripped o'er the plain by Thomas Bateson — Lyrics
Camilla fair tripped o'er the plain,
I followed quickly after.
Have overtaken her I would fain,
and kissed her when I caught her,
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About Camilla fair tripped o'er the plain
Thomas Bateson's Camilla fair tripped o'er the plain is a secular madrigal for SSATB voices. The music opens with lively imitation, depicting the chase described in the text. The composer vividly portrays the narrative of pursuit and rejection through contrasting musical ideas, moving from energetic vocal lines to moments of more resigned harmony. The text expresses the singer's frustration at being spurned by Camilla, who refuses even a kiss. Bateson's masterful handling of the English text ensures that the emotional arc of the poem is clearly communicated through the intricate vocal writing, making it an engaging piece for both performers and listeners.
