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Dainty fine sweet nymph
Staff Notation • Secular, Madrigals
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Different typesettings and voicings of the same work. This page shows the main edition; the others are below.
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Dainty fine sweet nymph by Thomas Morley — Lyrics
1. Dainty fine sweet nymph delightful,
While the Sun aloft is mounting,
Sit we here our loves recounting.
Fa la la.
With sugared gloses,
Among these roses.
Fa la la.
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About Dainty fine sweet nymph
Thomas Morley’s Dainty fine sweet nymph is a secular madrigal for SSATB voices in English. The text presents a playful yet ardent plea from a lover to his 'dainty fine sweet nymph'. He begs her to sit with him, recount their loves, and enjoy the pleasant surroundings of roses under the mounting sun. The mood shifts to one of gentle complaint as he questions her cruelty and the threat of her unkindness to his affections. Yet, this is quickly followed by a passionate, albeit dramatic, plea for a kiss, ending with the characteristic 'Fa la la' refrains that add to the piece's lighthearted and charming character, making it ideal for festive or celebratory occasions.
