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Ditemi, o diva mia (1st setting)
Staff Notation • Secular, Madrigals
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Ditemi, o diva mia (1st setting) by Maistre Jhan — Lyrics
Ditemi o diva mia, non son quest' occhi mei, dite, non sono?Si, signor mio, benché sia picciol dono.Di chi è la bocca e'l petto?Signor, son vostri.Di chi è la bianca gola?Di voi solo, signor, e tutt' il resto.Adonque siamo tutti doi sol nostri?Ch'anch' io son di voi sola.Hor mi basciate, o che gran ben' è questo!Deh, se non v'è molesto, stringetemi, ch'io moro, signor mio.E cosi voi, ahimè, ch'io moro, ahimè, ch'io mor' anch' io.
About Ditemi, o diva mia (1st setting)
Maistre Jhan's Ditemi, o diva mia is a delightful secular madrigal for SAATTB voices in Italian. Its text explores a playful dialogue between lovers, with one partner questioning ownership of their beloved's features, only to be assured of their mutual devotion. The music would suit a celebratory occasion, perhaps a wedding or a festive gathering where the joy of love is expressed. The intricate SAATTB voicing allows for rich harmonic textures and contrapuntal interplay, ideal for a skilled choir seeking to explore the expressive possibilities of Renaissance part-music. The piece captures the wit and charm of its lyrical subject, making it a charming addition to any programme.
