Composer

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John Danyel

Genre

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Vocal

Style

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Vocal Music

Average_duration

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8:46

Movement_count

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3

Movement ....

"Mrs M E her funeral tears for the death of her husband" is a lute song composed by John Danyel in the early 17th century. The exact date of composition is unknown, but it is believed to have been written around 1603-1604. The song was first published in Danyel's collection of lute songs, "Songs for the Lute, Viol, and Voice," which was printed in London in 1606. The song is divided into three movements, each with its own distinct character. The first movement is slow and mournful, with a simple melody that is repeated throughout. The second movement is more lively and upbeat, with a faster tempo and more complex harmonies. The third movement returns to the mournful character of the first, with a slower tempo and a more elaborate melody. The lyrics of the song are a lament for the death of a husband, written from the perspective of his grieving wife. The opening lines set the tone for the rest of the song: "Weep, weep, mine eyes, and cease not, / My tears, fall down like rain." The lyrics go on to describe the wife's sorrow and longing for her husband, and her hope that they will be reunited in the afterlife. The music of "Mrs M E her funeral tears" is typical of the lute song genre, which was popular in England during the late 16th and early 17th centuries. Lute songs were typically written for solo voice and lute accompaniment, and were often performed in private settings for small audiences. The music is characterized by its simple, lyrical melodies and its use of intricate harmonies and ornamentation. Overall, "Mrs M E her funeral tears" is a poignant and moving example of the lute song genre, and a testament to John Danyel's skill as a composer. Its enduring popularity is a testament to its timeless beauty and emotional power.

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