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Al mormorio sedean
Staff Notation • Secular, Madrigals
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Al mormorio sedean by Giovanni Cavaccio — Lyrics
Al mormorio sedean di chiare linfe,
Tra mille varii fiori,
Deifile e Florindo ella di Ninfe,
Egli honor de Pastori,
Quando disse Deifile ò Pastore,
Ove nasce il bon bacio, egli rispose,
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About Al mormorio sedean
Giovanni Cavaccio's Al mormorio sedean is a secular Italian madrigal for SSATTB voices. It is a vibrant example of Renaissance part-music, setting a poetic text that describes a tender exchange between Deifile and Florindo. The lyrics paint a scene of pastoral romance, where Deifile questions Florindo about the origin of a kiss. Florindo playfully redirects her answer to her own lips, leading to a passionate embrace. The music likely reflects the dramatic and expressive qualities characteristic of the madrigal genre, with intricate vocal writing to portray the unfolding narrative and emotions of the lovers.
