Je le retiens

A charming secular chanson from the French Renaissance, this setting by Antoine de Mornable for STTB voices captures the spirit of the age. The text speaks of unwavering loyalty and constancy, a commitment to a particular colour or belief that will not be changed, even when its reasons are questioned. The composer skilfully portrays this steadfastness through his musical setting. This piece would be an excellent choice for a programme of French chansons, offering a moment of reflective introspection and musical elegance, suitable for concert performance or an academic study of Renaissance vocal music.