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Dainty love
Staff Notation • Secular, Partsongs
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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.
SATB · James Gibb
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Dainty love by Walter Cecil Macfarren — Lyrics
There was a maid came out of Kent,
Dainty love, dainty love,
There was a maid came out of Kent,
Ah! Dangerous be she.
There was a maid came out of Kent,
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About Dainty love
Walter Cecil Macfarren’s Dainty Love is a charming secular part-song for SATB choir, set to a traditional English lyric. The text tells the story of a maiden from Kent, describing her as 'dainty' and alluringly 'dangerous'. The music captures the playful and light-hearted spirit of the words, making it an ideal choice for a concert programme or a celebratory occasion. Macfarren’s setting, with its clear melodic lines and well-crafted harmonies, offers an engaging musical experience for both singers and audience. The piece explores the innocent yet captivating nature of youthful beauty through its memorable melody and vocal interplay.
