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Jamais amour sans guerre
Staff Notation • Secular, Chansons
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Jamais amour sans guerre by Claude Goudimel — Lyrics
Jamais amour sans guerre n'est parfaite
ni de durée encore qu'il fut ferme.
La guerre fait et défait l'amour
puis le refait et plus fort le confirme.
L'on tient parfois quelques termes rigoureux
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About Jamais amour sans guerre
Claude Goudimel’s secular French chanson Jamais amour sans guerre is set for SATT voices. The text explores the tumultuous nature of love, suggesting that true affection is forged and strengthened through conflict and resolution. It asserts that love is imperfect without its battles, and that even rigorous terms, brief quarrels, and jealousy ultimately serve to confirm and intensify the relationship, leading to a more profound and 'true fantasy'. This Renaissance part-music captures the intricate interplay of passion and discord within romantic relationships, reflecting a common theme in the chansons of the era.
