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Dunque da voi convien, ch'io m'allontane
Staff Notation • Secular, Madrigals
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Dunque da voi convien, ch'io m'allontane by Giaches de Wert — Lyrics
Dunque da voi convien, ch'io m'allontane,
O de l'anima ma parte piu cara
Per commetter la vita a l'onde insane.
O di, che mal per me Febo rischiara,
E qual sarà giungendo la partita,
S'aspettandola solo, ella è si amara?
Dammi pietosa morte a tempo aita:
Se mi fia del mio ben la via precisa,
Prima che parta il piè, parta la vita.
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About Dunque da voi convien, ch'io m'allontane
This secular Italian madrigal for SATTB voices by Giaches de Wert sets a poignant text from Luigi Tansillo's Rime di diversi. The lyrics explore the profound sorrow of parting from a loved one, fearing a life of hardship and longing for a merciful death if separation is inevitable. The composer masterfully captures the emotional intensity of the words, depicting a desperate plea against fate and the pain of immediate loss. This piece would be a powerful addition to a Renaissance program, offering a moment of dramatic reflection on love, life, and the cruelty of fortune.
