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Ardo, sì, ma non t'amo
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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Ardo, sì, ma non t'amo by Claudio Monteverdi — Lyrics
Ardo sì ma non t'amo
Perfida e dispietata,
Indegnamente amata
Da un si leale amante.
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About Ardo, sì, ma non t'amo
Ardo, sì, ma non t'amo is a secular Italian madrigal for SSATB choir from the Renaissance. Its text expresses the singer's complex emotions: burning with passion, yet not love. The poet, Guarini, describes being loved by a loyal lover, but states that this feeling is unworthy and that their heart is now healed. The singer vows to boast no more of their sorrow, for their burning is now one of disdain, not love. Monteverdi's setting captures this dramatic conflict and emotional intensity, making it a challenging yet rewarding piece for an accomplished choir looking to explore the expressive power of the madrigal.
