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Che nova luce
Staff Notation • Secular, Madrigals
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Che nova luce by Giovanni Battista Mosto — Lyrics
Che nova luce o che splendente sole,
Cinto di tante accese lampe intorno,
Sopra il Mincio si chiaro hor porta il giorno,
Ch'ogni preggio del ciel par se n'invole,
Care faci amorose uniche e sole,
Fiamme di Dio che con si altiero scorno,
D'ogn' altro lume aprite almo soggiorno,
Che nel eterno ben fruir si suole.
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About Che nova luce
Giovanni Battista Mosto's Che nova luce is a secular madrigal for SSATB voices, sung in Italian. The text describes a radiant light, a sun shining over the Mincio, whose brilliance eclipses all other celestial glories. It speaks of love's flames and heavenly fire, opening a noble dwelling place where eternal good is enjoyed. This earthly paradise is perceived through the light, with celestial joy inspiring the elements. The poem concludes by comparing this divine faith to the radiant countenance of Laura, suggesting her visage reflects a heavenly light that inspires devout souls.
