Di berettino

This delightful Italian madrigal for TTB voices comes from the pen of Giacomo Gorzanis. The music opens with a lively interplay between the three male voices, creating a texture that is both robust and agile. The composer captures the spirit of the text, which speaks of a lover wishing to dress in a cap (berettino) to escape the troubles caused by a cruel woman. The lyrical lines of the voices move with a sense of playful resignation, fitting the lighthearted yet slightly melancholic mood of the Renaissance secular part-song. Gorzanis’s setting demonstrates a clear understanding of how to make distinct vocal lines sing together, resulting in a piece that is engaging for both performers and listeners.