Composer

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Orlande de Lassus

Genre

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Vocal

Style

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Song

Publication Date

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1567

Average_duration

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1:52

"Frau ich bin euch von hertzen Hold" is a chanson composed by Orlande de Lassus, a prominent composer of the Renaissance period. The piece was composed in the late 16th century and is catalogued as S. xviii/31. It is a secular work, written in German, and is one of Lassus' most popular chansons. The chanson is written in four parts and is characterized by its lively and playful melody. It is a love song, with the lyrics expressing the speaker's affection for a woman. The title translates to "Lady, I hold you dear from my heart" and the lyrics continue to express the speaker's desire to be with the woman and his willingness to do anything for her. The piece is divided into three movements, with the first and third being in duple meter and the second in triple meter. The first movement begins with a lively and rhythmic melody in the upper voices, with the lower voices providing a steady harmonic foundation. The second movement is more subdued, with a slower tempo and a more flowing melody. The third movement returns to the lively and rhythmic character of the first, with the melody passing between the different voices. Overall, "Frau ich bin euch von hertzen Hold" is a charming and delightful chanson that showcases Lassus' skill as a composer. Its popularity has endured over the centuries, and it remains a beloved work in the repertoire of Renaissance music.

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