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Come inanti de l'alba ruggiadosa
Staff Notation • Secular, Madrigals
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2 editions of this piece
Different typesettings and voicings of the same work. This page shows the main edition; the others are below.
SSATTB · Allen Garvin
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Come inanti de l'alba ruggiadosa by Luca Marenzio — Lyrics
Come inanti de l'alba ruggiadosa
la bella luce sua n'apporta Clori
e de più bei colori
raccende il ciel con ogni parte ascosa,
indi scoprendo il suo leggiadro viso,
apre quanto de bel ha'l Paradiso.
Così questa, di cui canto gli onori,
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About Come inanti de l'alba ruggiadosa
Luca Marenzio was a master of the Italian madrigal, and this secular piece for SSATTB voices exemplifies the genre's expressive power. The text paints a vivid picture of dawn, comparing the sun's gentle arrival to the radiant beauty of a beloved woman. As the light dispels the darkness, so too does her presence bring joy and awaken the senses. Marenzio's music captures this unfolding beauty, with the text describing how flowers bloom in her wake, bringing forth beauty and love. The intricate vocal writing reflects the richness and colour of the imagery, making this a challenging yet rewarding exploration of Renaissance part-music.
