Jayme par amours

This French chanson by Adrian Willaert speaks of admiration for a beautiful and wise lady with a clear face. The text describes her as being made of a wise heart and pleasing to all. However, the singer laments that a false tongue is causing her great harm. Willaert's setting for SAB voices captures the bittersweet sentiment of the poem, reflecting the characteristic blend of charm and pathos found in Renaissance secular part-music. The intimate three-part texture allows the expressive melody and harmonies to shine, making it an engaging choice for choirs looking to explore the chanson repertoire.