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L'alto signor dinanzi a cui non vale
Staff Notation • Secular, Madrigals
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Different typesettings and voicings of the same work. This page shows the main edition; the others are below.
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L'alto signor dinanzi a cui non vale by Cipriano de Rore — Lyrics
L’alto signor dinanzi a cui non vale
nasconder né fuggir, né far difesa,
di bel piacer m’avea la mente accesa
con un ardente et amoroso strale;
E benche’l primo colpo aspro e mortale
fossi da sé, per avanzar sua impresa
una saetta di pietate à presa,
e quince e quindi il cor punge et assale.
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About L'alto signor dinanzi a cui non vale
Cipriano de Rore’s L’alto signor dinanzi a cui non vale is a striking example of the Italian madrigal. Scored for SSATTB, it offers rich textural possibilities for a discerning choir. The music opens with a sense of dramatic intensity, reflecting the text’s exploration of love’s powerful and often conflicting emotions. The poem describes the overwhelming force of love, initially striking with painful intensity, then tempered by pity, yet paradoxically fueling a greater desire. De Rore masterfully uses the interplay of the eight voices to portray these complex sentiments, creating a vibrant and passionate musical setting. This secular work showcases the composer’s skill in word painting and expressive vocal writing.
