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Ardo sì, ma non t'amo
Staff Notation • Secular, Madrigals
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Ardo sì, ma non t'amo by Alberto Mussotto — Lyrics
Ardo sì ma non t'amo
Perfida e dispietata,
Indegnamente amata
Da un si leale amante.
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About Ardo sì, ma non t'amo
This secular Italian madrigal for SSATB choir explores a complex emotional landscape, as the singer declares 'I burn, but I do not love you.' The text expresses indignation and a rejection of a false or unrequited affection, describing the beloved as 'perfidious and pitiless.' The singer asserts their heart is now healed, and any burning felt is one of scorn, not of love. The composer Alberto Mussotto captures this defiant sentiment through rich vocal writing characteristic of the madrigal tradition, which often explored intense human emotions and dramatic textual narratives through intricate polyphony and expressive harmony.
