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Basciami anima mia
Staff Notation • Secular, Madrigals
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Basciami anima mia by Domenico Micheli — Lyrics
Basciami anima mia, basciami ancora,
Ne ti spiaccia basciarm' un' altra volta,
Che'l finir di basciar cosi m'accora,
Che senza basci m'e la vita tolta,
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About Basciami anima mia
The text of Domenico Micheli's Basciami anima mia is a passionate plea for unending kisses, a celebration of love where the singer begs for more, fearing that each kiss's end brings sorrow and a life without them is unbearable. The composer, a master of the Italian madrigal, captures this fervent emotion with a rich SATTB voicing. Micheli's work, typical of the genre, uses intricate polyphony and expressive harmonies to convey the intensity of the text, painting a vivid sonic picture of romantic longing and devotion. This secular work offers a compelling opportunity for singers to explore the dramatic and emotional possibilities inherent in Renaissance vocal writing.
