Chinde darà la bose
Staff Notation • Secular, Madrigals
2 editions of this piece
Different typesettings and voicings of the same work. This page shows the main edition; the others are below.
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Chinde darà la bose by Andrea Gabrieli — Lyrics
About Chinde darà la bose
Andrea Gabrieli's Chinde darà la bose is a secular Italian madrigal written for ATB and SAT voices. It comes from the vibrant world of Renaissance part-music. The text playfully explores the act of singing, contrasting the sharp tones of the B natural with the composer's preference for the flat, the B flat. The lyrics describe a musical quest, a desire for a sweet melody to express a song to a beloved. The singer invokes Love to begin this musical endeavor, seeking a reason and a swift arrow to capture the object of affection. The piece is a charming example of the genre, reflecting the wit and musical sophistication of its time.