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Clori mia, clori dolce
Staff Notation • Secular, Madrigals
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Different typesettings and voicings of the same work. This page shows the main edition; the others are below.
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Clori mia, clori dolce by Luca Marenzio — Lyrics
Clori mia, Clori dolce, o sempre nuovo
E più chiaro concento
Quanta dolcezza sento
In sol Clori dicendo ? io mi pur pruovo,
Ne qui tra noi ritrovo
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About Clori mia, clori dolce
Luca Marenzio was one of the most celebrated composers of Italian madrigals in the late 16th century. This SSATB setting of Clori mia, clori dolce showcases his mastery of word-painting and affective harmony. The text, a secular poem, celebrates the beloved Clori with escalating rapture, comparing her name to the sweetest music imaginable, surpassing all harmony in the heavens, in love, or in the echo of the heart. Marenzio responds to the text's growing intensity with a rich contrapuntal texture and vivid musical imagery, creating a vibrant and passionate expression of devotion. This madrigal is an excellent example of the genre's ability to combine intricate vocal writing with profound emotional depth.
