Cosi per ben

A hauntingly beautiful aria for two sopranos, Cosi per ben comes from the Italian secular tradition. Sigismondo d'India, a master of the early Baroque period, crafts a poignant expression of love’s anguish. The text speaks of torment borne from loving too well, leading to self-hatred and a heart consumed by burning embers of passion. Its intimate two-part texture makes it ideal for a small ensemble, perhaps in a chamber setting or as a delicate interlude during a recital. The composer's skill in conveying intense emotion through delicate vocal lines is on full display, offering a moment of profound introspection for both singers and listeners.