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Ardo sì, ma non t'amo
Staff Notation • Secular, Madrigals
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Ardo sì, ma non t'amo by Costanzo Porta — 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
For a moment of intense drama, Costanzo Porta’s Ardo sì, ma non t’amo offers a rich SATTB soundscape. This secular Italian madrigal explores a lover’s conflicting emotions, as expressed in Guarini’s text. The singer burns, yet does not love; though betrayed and scorned, the heart is now healed, burning only with disdain rather than love. Porta’s masterful setting captures the intensity of these feelings, making it a powerful choice for a concert programme seeking dramatic and expressive Renaissance part-music. The intricate vocal lines and harmonic language are characteristic of the genre, offering a rewarding challenge and a striking performance opportunity.
