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Ahi dispietato Amor, come consenti
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.
STTTBB · Willem Verkaik
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Ahi dispietato Amor, come consenti by Alessandro Striggio — Lyrics
Ahi dispietato Amor, come consenti
ch'io meni vita sì penosa e ria,
solcando un ampio mar d'aspri tormenti
per così lunga e perigliosa via?
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About Ahi dispietato Amor, come consenti
Alessandro Striggio's Ahi dispietato Amor, come consenti is a compelling example of Italian secular madrigal writing for six voices (STTTBB). The music captures the torment of the text, a passionate plea to the god of love. The singer embodies a mariner lamenting a painful existence, navigating a vast sea of suffering. The rich texture of the voices conveys the emotional weight of this journey, with intricate interplay reflecting the protagonist's desperation. They long for a gentle breeze to propel their weary ship towards a safe harbour, seeking an end to their arduous and perilous voyage.
