trobar clus

"Trobar clus" is a term from medieval Occitan poetry describing a highly intricate and secretive style of composing poetry, especially in troubadour songs. It involves using complex, often obscure language, unpredictable rhyme schemes, and layered meanings that require skill and knowledge to interpret fully. The goal was to create a form of poetic artistry that was challenging to understand, often to impress or to communicate in a private, refined manner. Essentially, trobar clus is about crafting poetry that is rich, sophisticated, and somewhat hidden, revealing its depths only to those well-versed in the tradition.