Et vray Dieu

Claude Goudimel was a significant figure in the development of French chanson. This SATT setting of Et vray Dieu is a secular work typical of the Renaissance chansons genre. The text expresses a joyful sentiment of being at ease, particularly when seen in Paris. The singer anticipates a kiss from their friend and asks God to protect their 'rose, ma fraise' – a metaphor for their beloved, perhaps. The composer’s setting captures the light-hearted, affectionate mood of the words, creating a delightful musical expression of pleasure and contentment within the chanson tradition.