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Amor s'avien giamai
Staff Notation • Secular, Madrigals
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Amor s'avien giamai by Benedetto Pallavicino — Lyrics
Amor s'avien giamai,
Ch'in grembo à Filli torni,
E seco mi soggiorni,
O che lode immortai da me n'havrai,
E se fia che da lei,
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About Amor s'avien giamai
Amor s'avien giamai paints a vivid picture of a lover's longing for union with their beloved Fillide. The text expresses the joy and immortal praise that will be bestowed upon love if their wish is granted. The poet describes the sweet, non-biting kisses that fill his lips with delight, pledging his heart irrevocably to Amore, the most beautiful part of himself. Benedetto Pallavicino's setting for SSATB voices brings this passionate Italian text to life, characteristic of secular madrigal writing from the Renaissance. The complex vocal textures and expressive harmonies effectively convey the text's fervent emotions and amorous desires.
