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Copre madonna ad arte
Staff Notation • Secular, Madrigals
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Copre madonna ad arte by Paolo Virchi — Lyrics
Copre madonna ad arte con freddi e finti sguardi
Nè l'esterno, l'ardor c'hà nel' interno
E quanto fuori appar fiera è sdegnosa
Tanto nel cor pietosa,
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About Copre madonna ad arte
Paolo Virchi's madrigal Copre madonna ad arte is an example of secular Italian part-music from the Renaissance. Scored for SSAAT voices, the work sets a text exploring the contrast between a lover's outward disdain and inner affection. The lyrics describe a lady who conceals her love with cold glances, appearing proud and disdainful on the outside, yet possessing a compassionate heart. The singer proclaims himself a happy lover, for true love exists even when the beloved feigns a hateful heart. This piece showcases the expressive possibilities of a cappella vocal writing typical of the era, with intricate vocal lines and harmonic interplay designed to convey the subtle emotions of the text.
