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Chi salirà per me
Staff Notation • Secular, Madrigals
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5 editions of this piece
Different typesettings and voicings of the same work. This page shows the main edition; the others are below.
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Chi salirà per me by Giaches de Wert — Lyrics
Chi salirà per me, Madonn' in cielo
A riportarn' il mio perdut' ingegno
Che, poi ch'usci da' bei vostr' occhi il telo,
Che'l cor mi fiss', ognor perdendo vegno?
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About Chi salirà per me
Giaches de Wert's Chi salirà per me is a secular Italian madrigal for SATB choir. The composer opens with imitative polyphony, creating a rich texture where the vocal lines weave and entwine. The music effectively captures the poignant text, which speaks of a lost wit and intellect, perhaps surrendered to the captivating gaze of a beloved. The speaker wonders if their mind will ever return, fearing they might wander aimlessly if their condition worsens. The madrigal explores themes of love's power and the potential for intellectual loss, all conveyed through de Wert's masterful contrapuntal writing and expressive harmony.
