Chi con eterna legge

Cipriano de Rore's Chi con eterna legge is a secular Italian madrigal for SATB choir. The text speaks of how divine law, through suffering, corrects human pride and fosters a desire to rely not on ourselves, but on God for both hardship and good fortune. Rore, a significant composer of the mid-16th century, was renowned for his expressive settings of poetry. This work showcases his skill in capturing the nuances of the Italian language and the philosophical depth of the text through intricate vocal writing. It is a fine example of the mature Renaissance madrigal, offering a rich contrapuntal texture suitable for experienced choirs.