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Demandez vous
Staff Notation • Secular, Chansons
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Demandez vous by Thomas Crecquillon — Lyrics
Demandez vous qui me faict si joyeulx,
c'est qu’elle a dict, j'en ay bonne memoyre,
que de nous deux, elle m'aymait le mieulx,
vela pourquoy j'ay tant d'aise et de gloire.
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About Demandez vous
Thomas Crecquillon’s secular chanson Demandez vous would make a charming addition to a concert programme. Set for SATT choir, it explores the joyful feelings of love. The text, in French, expresses the singer’s delight at his beloved’s declaration of affection, even when aware that she may love another. The composer chooses to believe her words, cherishing the happiness they bring. Crecquillon’s music would suit a celebratory occasion, a moment of lighthearted reflection in a concert, or perhaps a gathering of friends where such sentiments might be shared. The chanson form, popular in the Renaissance, lends itself well to clear, expressive vocal writing, and this setting offers a delightful opportunity to explore the genre.
