Bon cacciator giamai non perse caccia

Imagine a grand hunt in the Italian countryside, perhaps in the sixteenth century, as Giovanni Ferretti’s secular madrigal unfolds. Sung by a large choir of SAATTB voices, the piece is set in Italian. The text speaks of a hunter who never loses his quarry, driven by the fidelity of his hound. He vows to pursue this passion as long as he lives, a testament to dedication and perhaps the thrill of the chase itself. Ferretti’s work offers a rich opportunity for expressive vocal colour and dynamic contrast, painting a vivid sonic picture of this determined pursuit. Its intricate vocal lines would suit an experienced ensemble seeking to explore the expressive potential of Renaissance polyphony.