Composer

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Beatriz de Dia (aka Comtessa de Dia)

Genre

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Vocal

Style

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Song

Average_duration

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6:38

'A chantar m'er de so qu'en No. volria' is a medieval Occitan song composed by Beatriz de Dia, also known as the Comtessa de Dia. The song is believed to have been composed in the late 12th century, during the troubadour era in southern France. The song is a lament, in which the speaker expresses her sorrow and frustration at being unable to love the man she desires. The title translates to "I must sing of what I would rather keep silent," and the lyrics describe the speaker's feelings of longing and despair. The song is composed in the trobar leu style, which is characterized by its simplicity and directness. It consists of three stanzas, each with a refrain that repeats the title phrase. The melody is simple and repetitive, with a haunting quality that emphasizes the melancholy tone of the lyrics. Despite its simplicity, 'A chantar m'er de so qu'en No. volria' is considered a masterpiece of medieval poetry and music. It has been performed and recorded by numerous artists over the centuries, and remains a beloved example of troubadour poetry and music.

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