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Cecilia lied
Staff Notation • Secular, Chansons
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Cecilia lied by Dirk Janszoon Sweelinck — Lyrics
Maeck vreucht nu overal,
die Musica beminnet,
die met sangh en speels geschal,
met orgel en trompet,
en nu Gods loffzangh
met Cecilia beginnet,
die tot Gods eer,
nu weer haer neer
tot singhen zet.
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About Cecilia lied
This delightful secular chanson by Jan Sweelinck, Cecilia lied, is written for SSATB voices in Dutch. The text celebrates music and its connection to Saint Cecilia, the patron saint of music. It urges listeners to embrace music with joy and purity, following Cecilia's example in singing praises to God. The composer encourages a spirit of festivity and devotion, envisioning music performed with instruments and voices alike, culminating in a song of praise. This work offers a rich opportunity for choirs to explore the vibrant sound of Renaissance part-music, inviting singers and listeners alike to revel in the beauty and spiritual upliftment that music provides.
