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Heigh ho! I'll go to plough no more
Staff Notation • Secular, Madrigals
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Heigh ho! I'll go to plough no more by John Mundy — Lyrics
Heigh ho! I’ll go to plough no more,
Sit down and take thy rest,
Of golden groats I have good store,
To flaunt it with the best.
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About Heigh ho! I'll go to plough no more
John Mundy's Heigh ho! I'll go to plough no more is a delightful secular madrigal for SSAB voices. The music immediately establishes a cheerful and lighthearted mood, with the voices entering in imitation and weaving together in a playful manner. The text speaks of a shepherd who, having amassed a fortune, decides to abandon his labours to pursue his love. This jaunty English lyric is set with an infectious energy, capturing the singer's carefree spirit and his devotion to his beloved. The contrasting moods within the text, from contentment with wealth to the passionate cry of love, are mirrored in the music's dynamic shifts and vocal interplay.
