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Herzlieb zu dir allein
Staff Notation • Secular, Madrigals
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Different typesettings and voicings of the same work. This page shows the main edition; the others are below.
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Herzlieb zu dir allein by Hans Leo Hassler — Lyrics
Herzlieb zu dir allein
steht Tag und Nacht mein Sinn,
dein rotes Mündelein
nimmt mir all's Trauren hin.
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About Herzlieb zu dir allein
Hans Leo Hassler's Herzlieb zu dir allein is a secular German madrigal for SSATB voices. The music opens with a homophonic texture, clearly projecting the text, before developing into imitative passages that reflect the intimate sentiments expressed. The composer sets a heartfelt German poem of devotion, where the singer declares their steadfast affection for their beloved. The lyrics speak of constant thought, finding solace in the beloved's presence, and a total surrender to a shared life of joy until the very end. Hassler's rich SSATB writing beautifully captures the ardour and sincerity of the text, making this a compelling example of Renaissance part-music.
