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Each lovely grace
Staff Notation • Secular, Art songs
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Each lovely grace by William Corkine — Lyrics
Each lovely grace my lady doth possess,
Let all men view, and in their view admire,
In whose sweet breast all virtuous thoughts do rest,
Zealous to pity, chaste in her own desire,
And to make up a rare and worthy creature,
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About Each lovely grace
The words of Each lovely grace celebrate the perfections of a lady, listing her virtues and beauty in a manner that invites admiration and love. William Corkine sets this English text in a secular art song for a solo voice. The composer's setting reflects the Renaissance period's focus on refined poetic expression through music, with the vocal line intended to convey the elegance and depth of feeling inherent in the poetry. This piece offers a direct and personal musical meditation on idealized feminine qualities.
