Amore l'altro giorno

Thomas Morley's Amore l'altro giorno is a delightful secular Italian madrigal for SAATB voices. The music opens with an engaging interplay of the five parts, setting a light and playful mood. The text describes Love wandering alone, without his bow and arrows, feeling carefree and unburdened. The reason for this unusual state is attributed to the singer's beloved shepherdess, whose divine face has reclaimed a pledge that was taken from him. The piece is characterized by its engaging melodic lines and the lively 'Fa la la la' refrains, typical of the madrigal genre, which add to its charming and spirited character.