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Altri le vie
Staff Notation • Secular, Cantatas
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Altri le vie by Giovanni Felice Sances — Lyrics
Altri le vie de gl'immorttal Zaffri
calchi le sfere mova ei carri d'oro,
io calco l'orme, di dolci ch'adoro
e de begl'oc chi suoi mi muovo'ai giri.
Veggo nel suo sembiante ne suoi lumi,
cio che trà le sue robe il Ciel contine,
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About Altri le vie
This solo Italian secular cantata, Altri le vie, opens with a sense of forward motion, suggesting a journey or pursuit. The music reflects the text's imagery of following the footsteps of a beloved and gazing upon their beauty, finding divine presence in their eyes. The composer, Giovanni Felice Sances, creates a sophisticated musical setting for this Renaissance text, exploring themes of devotion and admiration. The solo voice is central, with the musical lines elegantly tracing the contours of the Italian words. It is a captivating example of the solo cantata form from its era, showcasing a direct and personal expression of poetic sentiment through music.
