Dovrò dunque morire

A setting of a poignant Italian text, this secular madrigal for SATTB voices expresses profound sorrow and longing. The composer, Alfonso Fontanelli, captures the despair of a lover facing death before being able to see their beloved again. The lyrics convey an almost unbearable anguish, focusing on the inability to speak the words "I die for you" to the one who is the cause of both suffering and desire. This piece would suit a concert program exploring themes of unrequited love and lament, offering a rich opportunity for expressive vocal performance and intimate musical storytelling within the Renaissance madrigal tradition.