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Cor mio, mentre i vi miro
Staff Notation • Secular, Madrigals
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Cor mio, mentre i vi miro by Andrea Rota — Lyrics
Cor mio, mentre vi miro1
Visibilmente mi transformo in voi;
E trasformato poi
In un solo sospir l'anima spiro.
O bellezza vitale!
O bellezza mortale!
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About Cor mio, mentre i vi miro
Cor mio, mentre i vi miro is a secular madrigal for SATTB voices, written in Italian. The text speaks of a profound transformation experienced upon beholding a beloved, where the soul is expelled in a single sigh. It contemplates the dual nature of beauty, both vital and mortal, and how this inspires a cycle of death and rebirth within the heart. This piece would be suitable for a concert setting where expressive vocal colours and sensitive dynamic control can be employed to convey the intense emotional journey of the text. Andrea Rota's setting allows for rich harmonic interplay between the voices, ideal for showcasing the expressive potential of the madrigal form.
