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Jeunes espritz
Staff Notation • Secular, Chansons
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Jeunes espritz by Etienne Du Tertre — Lyrics
Ieunes espritz qui ne sçavez pas comprendre
Comment il fault gaigner le ieu d'aymer
Le ieu de paulme à tous vous peult apprendre
Qu'amour se doibt pour l'esteuf estimer
Le premier coup que quinze on veult nommer
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About Jeunes espritz
Etienne Du Tertre's Jeunes espritz is a secular chanson for ATTB voices. The music opens with imitative entries that quickly develop into lively, imitative polyphony, setting a playful and energetic mood. The French text, which uses the game of palm (a medieval precursor to tennis) as a metaphor for love, describes the stages of courtship and the tactics needed to win a lover's heart. The chanson's structure and text reflect the characteristic style of French secular part-music from the Renaissance, with its blend of intricate vocal writing and witty, often amorous, subject matter. This piece is a delightful example of the genre, offering a charming and engaging musical experience.
