Dovrò dunque morire

For a choir seeking poignant Renaissance part-music, Pomponio Nenna’s Dovrò dunque morire offers a profound expression of unfulfilled longing. This SATTB madrigal, set to an Italian text possibly by Ottavio Rinuccini, explores the anguish of a lover who fears dying before being able to confess their love. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of despair, with the narrator lamenting their inability to utter the words 'I die' to their 'lost treasure' and 'my life', before their final breath. Nenna’s setting captures the intense emotion of the text, making it a compelling choice for occasions that call for dramatic and heartfelt musical statements.