Douce Dame Jolie

Date:14th C
Discussion:This is a monophonic piece (i.e. only one part, no harmonies) by the 14th-century composer Guillaume de Machaut. Some people like doing it very quickly; I like it slow and slinky. For fun (certainly not for an authentic 14thC sound) we did a jazzy version with Katherina, William and Anna singing, Gregory on trumpet, and Ludwig on drums.
Composer:Machaut
Arranged by:Kathrine Davies
Sheet Music:Sheet music (to sing at)
Sheet music (for a B-flat instrument)
Parts:any 1
Type:song
virelai
Language:French
Ranges:A seventh: B-flat to C at the pitch above.
Advice for
beginners