Lay

Short narrative poems, often connected to Arthurian and Breton tradition.

In the Post-Vulgate Suite du Merlin, a courtly lay is composed at Arthur’s court in honour of Sir Gaheris, celebrating his noble deeds and chivalric reputation through poetry and song.

The minstrel’s song preserves the memory of battles and love. Moving from court to court, he gives voice to the fame of knights and the sorrow of their fall.