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Feinslieb, du hast mich g'fangen
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.
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Feinslieb, du hast mich g'fangen by Hans Leo Hassler — Lyrics
Feinslieb, du hast mich g'fangen
mit den zwei Äuglein schon;
nach dir steht mein Verlangen,
von dir kann ich nit stohn.
Mein Schatz, ich bitt' dich eben,
wollst mich auch nit verlan.
Dich allein liebt mein Herze,
sag ich ohn allen Scherze,
dein Diener will ich sein
bis an das Ende mein.
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About Feinslieb, du hast mich g'fangen
In this charming secular German madrigal, Hans Leo Hassler paints a picture of love and longing, set against the vibrant backdrop of May. The words express a heart captured by a loved one's eyes and an unshakeable desire. The composer evokes the season's beauty, with the bright light of May and the joyous singing of birds, but places the greatest solace in the presence of the beloved. Composed for SATB choir, Hassler’s setting captures the intimacy and expressive nature of the Renaissance madrigal. It is a delightful exploration of affection, weaving together natural imagery and personal sentiment with intricate vocal lines.
