Così ogni vostra voglia

Andrea Gabrieli's Così ogni vostra voglia is a substantial motet for SATTB voices, notable for its rich harmonic language and intricate contrapuntal writing. The Italian text expresses a lover's ardent desire to fulfill his beloved's every wish, even in the face of death. He contemplates the paradox of his suffering: his only regret is that his spirit, departing, will not feel the pain that her cruel heart might desire. He ultimately blames love itself for making all suffering sweet because of her. The composer crafts a vivid musical setting that mirrors the text's emotional intensity, employing the full range of the choir to convey passion and devotion.