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Ben venga Maggio
Staff Notation • Secular, Villanellas
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Ben venga Maggio by Adriano Banchieri — Lyrics
Ben venga Maggio, udite Ninfe belle,
e voi, Pastori erranti,
udite tutti quanti,
soniamo, balliamo, cantiamo,
con fa la la li lon, fa la li le la.
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About Ben venga Maggio
The composer invites the listener to welcome May, the season of love and celebration. The text calls for rejoicing, dancing, and singing with the characteristic "fa la la" refrains of the villanella. It then urges a bold hunt, with horns sounding and voices calling out. This secular Italian piece for two sopranos and tenor captures the exuberant spirit of spring and the outdoor activities associated with it. Banchieri's setting effectively conveys the joyful, rustic atmosphere described in the lyrics, creating a vibrant and engaging musical picture.
