Come la notte ogni fiammella

Come la notte ogni fiammella is a secular Italian madrigal for SATTB voices by Orlando di Lasso. The text paints a vivid nocturnal scene, comparing the fleeting nature of a flame, bright in darkness but extinguished by day, to the singer's own emotions. When his beloved 'sun' departs, fear arises, but upon their return, hope is rekindled. The composer masterfully captures the text's dynamic shifts, from the anxieties of absence to the joy of reunion, through rich vocal textures and expressive harmonies. This piece offers a compelling exploration of love, fear, and hope, characteristic of the mature Renaissance madrigal.