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Alme gentili
Staff Notation • Secular, Madrigals
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Alme gentili by Cipriano de Rore — Lyrics
Alme gentili, che nel ciel vi ornaste
Di quanto bel Dio a mill’altr’Alme diede,
Perché scendendo da l’eterna sede
La beltà di la sù tutta mostraste,
I nobili desii, le voglie caste,
E il sant’amor, c’hà in voi la prima sede,
Fan ben qui certa e indubitata fede,
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About Alme gentili
Cipriano de Rore’s madrigal Alme gentili is a striking example of Renaissance secular part-music for SATTB voices. The text, in Italian, celebrates the divine beauty and virtue of noble souls, likening their radiance to the sun dispelling the stars. The composer’s setting captures the exquisite imagery, with intricate vocal lines and harmonic richness that reflect the text’s praise for celestial qualities and virtuous love. This work showcases the expressive power of the madrigal genre, where word painting and emotional depth are paramount. De Rore’s masterful handling of the five-part texture creates a sonorous and compelling musical experience that is both intellectually engaging and deeply felt.
