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A Man who would woo a fair Maid
Staff Notation • Secular, Partsongs
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A Man who would woo a fair Maid by Peter C. Lutkin — Lyrics
A man who would woo a fair maid,
Should ’prentice himself to the trade;
And study all day,
In methodical way,
How to flatter, cajole and persuade.
He should ’prentice himself at fourteen,
And practise from morning to e’en;
And when he’s of age,
If he will, I’ll engage,
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About A Man who would woo a fair Maid
Peter C. Lutkin's setting of this secular text from Gilbert and Sullivan's The Yeomen of the Guard is a delightful SATB part-song. The lyrics offer a witty perspective on courtship, suggesting that winning a lady's heart is a skill to be learned through diligent practice and study, rather than mere chance. Lutkin's music captures the lighthearted and slightly tongue-in-cheek nature of the words, providing an engaging challenge for choirs. This piece is ideal for a concert program seeking well-crafted, enjoyable English part-songs that allow for expressive vocal interpretation and blend.
