Ha che voi piu

This Italian madrigal for three voices (TTT) addresses a deceitful love, lamenting the pain caused by false words and a bitter heart hidden beneath a sweet exterior. The text speaks of a belated realization of error, suggesting a struggle against the consuming fire of unrequited or misguided affection. Jhan Gero's setting captures the emotional intensity of the Renaissance madrigal, a genre known for its expressive portrayal of secular texts. The three-part texture provides an intimate yet complex sound world, allowing the intricate polyphony to mirror the text's passionate declaration of betrayal and enduring ardour. This work offers a poignant example of the secular Italian part-music tradition.