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Ich wolt, wer mir mein Glück nit günt
Staff Notation • Secular, Madrigals
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Ich wolt, wer mir mein Glück nit günt by Thomas Mancinus — Lyrics
Ich wollt, wer mir mein Glück nit günnt,
dass er ein Jahr nichts essen könnt,
als was ich ihm sollt geeben.
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About Ich wolt, wer mir mein Glück nit günt
Thomas Mancinus's Ich wolt, wer mir mein Glück nit günt is a secular German part-song from the Renaissance period. Written for SATB choir, this madrigal offers a striking, albeit darkly humorous, reflection on fortune and misfortune. The text expresses a wish that those who begrudge others their good luck should themselves suffer hunger, being given only what the speaker chooses to provide. The composer sets this text with a dramatic flair, vividly portraying the desire to relieve the unfortunate person of their burden. This work is ideal for a choir seeking to explore the more acerbic and theatrical side of Renaissance polyphony, offering a compelling narrative through its intricate vocal lines.
