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Dich als mich selbst, Herzlieb allein
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.
SATB · Allen Garvin
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Dich als mich selbst, Herzlieb allein by Anonymous — Lyrics
1. Dich als mich selbst,
Herzlieb, allein,
ich wahrlich mein
in rechter Treu;
mein Lieb wird neu
gen dir all Tag.
Drumb ich nit mag
vergessen dein;
das Herze mein
soll und will stets dein eigen sein.
2. Dich als mich selbst,
o höchster Hort,bedarf nit Wortich nit verlaß,
daß mir ohn Maß
dein weiblich Ehr,
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About Dich als mich selbst, Herzlieb allein
This anonymous German secular madrigal for SATB voices explores passionate declarations of love. The text, in three distinct sections, progressively intensifies the singer's devotion. Initially, the focus is on a loyal and ever-renewing love for the beloved, pledging the heart's eternal possession. The second section elevates this admiration, seeing the beloved as a supreme refuge and praising their feminine honor and noble blood, suggesting a value exceeding that of an emperor's wealth. The final verse reiterates a pure and refined love, valuing the beloved above all gold and considering their form the most precious on earth. The composer's identity is unknown, but the style places it firmly within the rich tradition of Renaissance part-music.
