Alla dolce ombra
Staff Notation • Sacred, Madrigals
2 editions of this piece
Different typesettings and voicings of the same work. This page shows the main edition; the others are below.
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Alla dolce ombra by Hippolito Sabino — Lyrics
About Alla dolce ombra
This SSATTB setting of Italian lyrics by Hippolito Sabino is a sacred madrigal from the Renaissance. The text, seemingly a reflection on divine love and redemption, speaks of a sacred tree whose branches offer shade and whose fruits are sweet, guiding the soul towards glorious heights. The singer finds solace under its boughs, lamenting past time lost away from these holy branches. The imagery evokes a profound sense of spiritual longing and the restorative power of faith, comparing the sacred tree to others and finding it uniquely blessed by heavenly light. This piece would suit a contemplative moment in a concert program, allowing the rich textures of the six-part choir to explore the devotional sentiments of the text.