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Amor di propria man
Staff Notation • Secular, Madrigals
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Amor di propria man by Giovanni Battista Mosto — Lyrics
Amor di propria man congiunti havea,
In loco chiuso duoi fedeli amanti,
Per dar fine a lor pianti,
L'un' era Thirsi e l'altro Galatea,
Et perch' ogn' un di lor havea desire,
Di provar il morire,
Fu'l primo Thirsi a dire,
La sua Ninfa gentil stringendo forte,
Vita mia cara io son vicino a morte.
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About Amor di propria man
A delightful madrigal for SSATB voices, Amor di propria man congiunti havea is a secular Italian part-song from the Renaissance. The text tells the story of two lovers, Thirsi and Galatea, who, wishing to end their sorrows, decide to die together, experiencing a joyous union in death. The music would suit an occasion when a choir wishes to explore the expressive possibilities of Renaissance polyphony. The composer, Giovanni Battista Mosto, crafts intricate vocal lines to reflect the text's heightened emotions and playful, yet ultimately tragic, romantic narrative. This piece offers a rich opportunity for ensemble singing, capturing the spirit of the Italian madrigal tradition.
