Deh torna, ò mio bel Sole

Pomponio Nenna was a composer of the late Renaissance and early Baroque periods, and this SSATB madrigal, Deh torna, ò mio bel Sole, is a fine example of the secular Italian part-music tradition. The text, a heartfelt plea, urges a loved one to return, fearing that delay might lead to the loss of a heart that already dies for them. Nenna’s setting likely captures the emotional urgency and expressive nature characteristic of the genre, offering a rich and dramatic vocal experience for a skilled choir.