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possibly by Christopher Hatton, Sir (1581 - 1619)

I weigh not Fortune's frown nor smile
 (Sung text for setting by O. Gibbons)
 See original
Language: English 
I weigh not Fortune's frown nor smile,
I joy not much in earthly joys,
I seek not state, I reak sic not style,
I am not fond of Fancy’s toys.
I rest so pleased with what I have
I wish no more, no more I crave.

 ... 

Composition:

    Set to music by Orlando Gibbons (1583 - 1625), "I weigh not Fortune's frown nor smile", published 1612, stanza 1 [ sattb chorus ], from First Set of Madrigals, no. 3, Verified with The First Sett of Madrigals and Mottets of 5. parts: apt for Viols and Voyces by Orlando Gibbons, Thomas Snodham, London 1612.
        Score: IMSLP [external link]

Text Authorship:

  • possibly by Christopher Hatton, Sir (1581 - 1619), no title

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