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Great God of love
Staff Notation • Secular, Partsongs, Madrigals
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3 editions of this piece
Different typesettings and voicings of the same work. This page shows the main edition; the others are below.
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Great God of love by Robert Lucas Pearsall — Lyrics
Great God of love, some pity show,
On Amarillis bend Thy bow;
Do Thou, we pray, her soul inspire,
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About Great God of love
Robert Lucas Pearsall's Great God of Love, scored for SSAATTBB voices, vividly captures the plight of a lover yearning for reciprocation. The text paints a scene of desperate supplication, as the speaker implores the 'God of love' to inspire his beloved, Amarillis, to return his affections. The lyrics express the intense, consuming nature of unrequited love, contrasting the lover's burning heart with Amarillis's indifference. This English part-song, falling within the tradition of Renaissance madrigals, offers a rich, six-part harmonic texture perfect for exploring dramatic expression and vocal blend. Its secular nature allows for performance in a variety of concert settings, showcasing the composer's skill in setting passionate text to compelling music.
