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Con guancia'intenerita
Staff Notation • Secular, Arias
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Con guancia'intenerita by Claudio Saracini — Lyrics
Con guancia intenerita,
con occhi ciulesor,
chi Tirsi per questi boschi,
piance i perduti suoi giorni tranquilli,
ohime, Filli, ohime Filli.
Risonavano i monti,
mormoravano i venti,
gli adolorati accenti,
e dicea sospiroso un muto sasso,
ohime lasso, ohime lasso.
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About Con guancia'intenerita
Claudio Saracini’s secular aria Con guancia’intenerita paints a scene of romantic lament. The text describes Tirsi weeping in the woods for his lost tranquil days, his sorrow echoed by the mountains and winds. His pleas are heard by Filli, who, struck by pity, appears to him, offering a source of pleasure and solace. The music reflects this emotional journey, moving from sorrowful sighs to a joyous resolution where love conquers pain. Sung in Italian, this piece showcases Saracini's ability to set expressive texts, capturing the nuances of pastoral romance with evocative melodies. This aria would be a compelling addition to any program of early Italian vocal music.
