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Ein anders will ich wagen
Staff Notation • Secular, Madrigals
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Ein anders will ich wagen by Jacob Regnart — Lyrics
Ein anders will ich wagen,
ob ich möcht Gunst erjagen,
da mir das Glück
on alle Tück
jetzund wol will,
als wer zu vil,
hoff ich das Spil zu gwinnen.
Kündt ich ir Huld erwerben,
für sie wolt ich gern sterben;
dann ich es mein
gegn ir allein
mit stetigkeit
in Lieb als Leid.
Hertzlieb, thu dich besinnen.
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About Ein anders will ich wagen
Jacob Regnart was a significant composer of the late 16th century, known for his secular part-songs. This German setting, Ein anders will ich wagen, is a fine example of the madrigal tradition. Scored for two sopranos and a tenor (SST), the piece explores themes of romantic pursuit and devotion. The text speaks of a lover's determination to win favour, expressing a willingness to die for their beloved and a plea for their heart to be understood. The singer's heart has suffered much without fault, and they wish for a window into it to reveal their steadfast love and suffering. The composer skilfully sets the words, moving between hope and complaint, culminating in a fervent plea for the beloved to listen.
