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An euch bin ich gebunden
Staff Notation • Secular, Madrigals
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An euch bin ich gebunden by Orazio Vecchi — Lyrics
An euch bin ich gebunden,
durch Lieb, hab ich befunden,
die mein Hertz hat gefangen,
ach dasz ich doch köndt hülff einmal erlangen.
Euch hab ich offt gebeten,
dasz ihr mich solt erretten,
und in dem Bund der Liebe,
mich nicht so lang, wie jetet geschicht, betruben.
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About An euch bin ich gebunden
In this secular German madrigal, Orazio Vecchi paints a vivid picture of unrequited love and longing. The text expresses a deep, binding affection that has captured the singer's heart, pleading for release from this emotional torment. The yearning is so intense that even the simple act of seeing the beloved brings solace, yet the singer is left parched, unable to drink from the wellspring of love, symbolizing a desperate thirst for reciprocation. This piece is set for treble voices (SSB), offering a delicate and intimate setting of the poignant lyrics. Vecchi's skill in conveying emotional depth through polyphonic texture is evident, making this a compelling choice for choirs seeking expressive Renaissance part-music.
