Ich stund an einem morgen (Fortuna Desperata)
Staff Notation • Sacred, Motets
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Ich stund an einem morgen (Fortuna Desperata) by Ludwig Senfl — Lyrics
About Ich stund an einem morgen (Fortuna Desperata)
Ludwig Senfl’s motet Ich stund an einem morgen (Fortuna Desperata) opens with a narrative in German, describing a secret encounter where a maiden laments an impending separation from her lover. The text vividly portrays her sorrow and plea for guidance, questioning when they will be reunited. The lover’s response, though incomplete here, acknowledges her distress. This poignant expression of parting and longing forms the emotional core of the work. Sung by a SATTB choir, this motet weaves together secular German text with Latin, creating a rich and complex musical setting that would resonate in a sacred context, exploring themes of love and separation with profound musicality.