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Gratie ad Amor
Staff Notation • Secular, Madrigals
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2 editions of this piece
Different typesettings and voicings of the same work. This page shows the main edition; the others are below.
SATTB · Willem Verkaik
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Gratie ad Amor by Luzzasco Luzzaschi — Lyrics
Gratie ad Amor, o me beato e lui,
Cagion che voi sol brami,
Voi sola amando viva e vivendo ami,
Cosi in fiamm' amorosa,
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About Gratie ad Amor
Luzzasco Luzzaschi's Gratie ad Amor is a sophisticated example of the Italian secular madrigal for SATTB voices. The composer crafts intricate vocal lines that weave together, creating rich textures and moments of surprising harmonic colour. The music closely follows the expressive Italian text, which speaks of profound gratitude to Love and the beloved, celebrating a state of blissful adoration. The composer captures the intense emotions of the text, moving from fervent declarations of love to a resigned acceptance of its passionate embrace, whether it brings joy, burning desire, or even suffering.
