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Audi dulcis amica mea
Staff Notation • Sacred, Motets
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3 editions of this piece
Different typesettings and voicings of the same work. This page shows the main edition; the others are below.
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Audi dulcis amica mea by Orlando di Lasso — Lyrics
Audi dulcis amica mea
auribus percipe verba oris mei
nigra es sed formosa et macula non est in te
ideo amore tuo langueo
et quia tribulor ad te confugio
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About Audi dulcis amica mea
Orlando di Lasso's motet Audi dulcis amica mea sets a tender Latin text that describes a beloved figure, proclaiming her beauty despite her darkness and expressing deep longing and a desire for refuge. The composer captures this intimacy and devotion through the rich SATT voicing, creating a warm and resonant sound world. Lasso masterfully weaves the expressive Latin words, moving from heartfelt declarations of love to a plea for solace. This motet showcases the composer's skill in imbuing sacred text with profound emotional depth and musical sophistication, making it a compelling choice for choirs seeking to explore the expressive power of Renaissance polyphony.
