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Dammi un bacio
Staff Notation • Secular, Madrigals
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Dammi un bacio by Hans Nielsen — Lyrics
"Dammi un bacio!"
(E dir volli "un bacio"!).
Ma, nel mirar dei tuoi begli occhi il cielo,
fù, nel foco, maggior la lingua un gielo.
E pur con chiari accenti
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About Dammi un bacio
Hans Nielsen's Dammi un bacio paints a vivid scene of unspoken desire. The Italian text, set for SSATB voices, captures a moment where words fail to express the passion felt. The singer longs for a kiss, but upon meeting the beloved's gaze, their tongue freezes. Despite this, the eyes convey an ardent message, speaking volumes in silence. The lyrics acknowledge that the beloved surely understands this silent plea, urging them to grant a kiss, comparing their lips to fiery rubies. This secular madrigal is a testament to the power of non-verbal communication in matters of the heart, crafted with exquisite Renaissance sensibilities for a rich vocal texture.
