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De mon malheur
Staff Notation • Secular, Chansons
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De mon malheur by Tielman Susato — Lyrics
De mon malheur me puis je bien contenter,
de tant avoir je ne m'en doibt lamenter,
de tous soulas me puis je bien abreger,
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About De mon malheur
Tielman Susato's chanson De mon malheur is written for STTB voices. This secular French part-song opens with a plaintive melody, soon joined by the other voices in a close, imitative texture. The composer weaves the parts together skilfully, creating a rich sound world for this expressive text. The poem speaks of finding contentment even in misfortune, suggesting a complex emotional state where sorrow is balanced by a strange form of comfort. Susato's setting captures this bittersweet sentiment through its intricate vocal writing and memorable melodic lines, making it a compelling choice for chamber choirs.
