Composer

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Thomas Weelkes

Genre

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Vocal

Style

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Madrigal

Publication Date

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1608

Average_duration

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1:38

"Come sirrah Jack, hoe" is a lively and humorous madrigal composed by Thomas Weelkes in the late 16th century. The piece was likely composed in the early 1600s and was first published in Weelkes' collection of madrigals, "Madrigals of 5 and 6 Parts" in 1600. The madrigal is written for five voices and is characterized by its lively and rhythmic energy. The piece is in a lively triple meter and features a playful and syncopated melody that is passed between the voices. The text of the madrigal is a humorous dialogue between two characters, Jack and Joan, who are discussing their work in the fields. The piece is divided into three distinct sections or movements. The first movement features a lively and syncopated melody that is passed between the voices. The second movement is slower and more contemplative, with the voices singing in a more homophonic texture. The final movement returns to the lively and rhythmic energy of the first movement, with the voices once again passing the melody between them. One of the most notable characteristics of "Come sirrah Jack, hoe" is its use of word painting. Weelkes uses musical devices to illustrate the text of the madrigal, such as the use of syncopation to emphasize the word "hoe" and the use of a descending melody to illustrate the word "down." Overall, "Come sirrah Jack, hoe" is a lively and humorous madrigal that showcases Weelkes' skill as a composer. Its playful melody and use of word painting make it a popular piece in the madrigal repertoire.

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