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Deh, perché voglio anco di me dolermi
Staff Notation • Secular, Madrigals
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Deh, perché voglio anco di me dolermi by Claudio Merulo — Lyrics
Deh, perché voglio anco di me dolermi?
Ch’error, se non d’amarti, unqua commessi?
Che meraviglia, se fragili e infermi
feminil sensi fur subito oppressi?
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About Deh, perché voglio anco di me dolermi
For a concert programme, this SAT madrigal by Claudio Merulo offers a compelling exploration of unrequited love. The text grapples with the pain of loving someone unattainable, questioning why the singer committed any error other than loving so deeply. It laments the overwhelming power of beauty, which easily subjugates fragile senses, and the folly of avoiding such a radiant presence. The composer’s skill is evident in setting these passionate words, making it suitable for an advanced choir seeking expressive Renaissance part-music that captures the poignancy of human emotion.
