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Chi vuol veder amore
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.
SATTB · Annie Pousse
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Chi vuol veder amore by Luca Marenzio — Lyrics
Chi vuol veder Amore
E sue reti, saette
ed arco e foco,
E Venere, le gratie,
il riso e il gioco,
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About Chi vuol veder amore
Luca Marenzio’s Chi vuol veder amore is a sophisticated SATTB madrigal. The music immediately conjures the poem’s imagery of Love’s weaponry – nets, arrows, and fire – through intricate vocal interplay and rich harmonic colour. The composer masterfully translates the text’s ardent praise of his beloved Filli into music that is both sensuous and intellectually engaging. Marenzio’s setting captures the playful yet intense nature of Renaissance secular part-music, exploring the affections and beauty described in the Italian lyrics. The piece demands skillful ensemble work, with each voice contributing to the elaborate sonic picture.
