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Dhe quante men de fai
Staff Notation • Secular, Madrigals, Villanellas
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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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Dhe quante men de fai by Giovanni Domenico da Nola — Lyrics
Dhe quante men de fai dhe stitra mese
perdero parm' al fin a qualche fuosso,
ch'altro, la porpita spleustuossa
Io non so catalno, o Genoese
Che vuoi ognor da vita sia rimosso
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About Dhe quante men de fai
Giovanni Domenico da Nola's Dhe quante men de fai is a charming secular piece for treble voices (SSB), sung in Italian. It is a fine example of the lighthearted, often rustic style found in Renaissance villanellas and madrigals. The text expresses a playful complaint, perhaps at a social gathering or feast, about the singer's perceived lack of fortune and participation compared to others. It offers a delightful opportunity for young voices to engage with the expressive and sometimes humorous sentiments of the period. Its straightforward structure and direct emotional appeal make it an accessible and engaging work for SSA choirs looking to explore early Italian secular music.
