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Ard' ogno' hora il cor
Staff Notation • Secular, Madrigals
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2 editions of this piece
Different typesettings and voicings of the same work. This page shows the main edition; the others are below.
SSB · André Vierendeels
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Ard' ogno' hora il cor by Luca Marenzio — Lyrics
Ard' ogn' hora il cor lasso e mai non more,
ahi ch'il foco d'amor non è mortale,
e a spegner il suo ardor acqua non vale.
S'acqua spegnesse l'amoroso ardore,
io l'havria col pianger mio già spento,
e questo donna è'il mio maggior tormento.
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About Ard' ogno' hora il cor
Luca Marenzio's SSB madrigal Ard' ogno' hora il cor opens with a vivid portrayal of unrequited love. The composer uses imitative textures and harmonic colour to depict the burning anguish described in the text. The soprano and alto voices weave together, often in close imitation, creating a rich and intricate sound that mirrors the lover's constant torment. The text, in Italian, speaks of a heart that burns but never dies, suggesting the immortal nature of love's flame, which can only be extinguished by the one who ignited it. Marenzio’s setting masterfully captures the pain and helplessness of the situation, culminating in a plea for the beloved to heal the wound she inflicted.
