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Chi non sa
Staff Notation • Secular, Madrigals
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Chi non sa by Cipriano de Rore — Lyrics
Chi non sa come Amor sprona ed affrena,
Arde ed aggiaccia un cor gentil sovente,
Miri questa vie più che'l sol lucente
De gli alti miei pensier luce serena.
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About Chi non sa
Cipriano de Rore's Chi non sa is a secular Italian madrigal for SATB choir. The music immediately engages with the text, capturing the intense emotional contrasts of love described in the opening lines. The vocal lines weave together, creating a rich texture that mirrors the ardour and icy stillness love can bring. The composer skilfully depicts the power of love, where a single glance or smile from the beloved dictates life or death for the one who loves. This setting highlights the dramatic potential inherent in the madrigal form, making it a compelling choice for a choir seeking expressive Renaissance part-music.
