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Dialogo di ninfa
Staff Notation • Secular, Madrigals
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Dialogo di ninfa by Giovanni Ghizzolo — Lyrics
Text in italics is for the female character.
Perche piagi pastore?
Piango ch'io son senz'alma'e senza core.
E quando gli perdessti?
Quando'alla bocca'i baci mi por gesti.
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About Dialogo di ninfa
This charming solo setting for Soprano and Tenor by Giovanni Ghizzolo is a delightful example of Italian secular madrigal writing. The text, sung in Italian, unfolds as a playful dialogue between two characters, a shepherd and a nymph. The shepherd laments losing his soul and heart, attributing their departure to the nymph's kisses. The nymph, in turn, promises to restore what was taken, leading to a tender exchange of affections. Ghizzolo captures the amorous spirit of the text through his musical setting, creating an engaging and expressive piece that showcases the vocal agility and expressive potential of the solo voices.
