Thomas Bateson (ca.1570 - 1630)
The first set of English MADRIGALES; to 3. 4. 5. and 6. voices.
Newly composed by Thomas Bateson practicioner in the Art of Musicke,
and Organist of the Cathedral Church of Christ in the Citie of Chester.
1604. in London printed by Thomas Este.
No.23 "Dear if you wish"
bar1-9 : Dear, if you wish my dying,
In vain your wish redounds, in vain your prayer.
bar9-15 : For can he die that breathes not vital air?
bar15-22 : Then with those eyes that slew me,
New life infusing, renew me;
bar22-37 : So shall we both obtain our wishèd pleasure,
You my death joying, and I my life’s sweet treasure.
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