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Dolce pensier
Staff Notation • Secular, Madrigals
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Dolce pensier by Hubert Naich — Lyrics
Dolce pensier che spesso mi rimembri
gli accorti accenti,
el riso che fan qui fede a noi del paradiso,
ah, perch' indarno col tuo ragionare
forse ch'il sa m'ha in odio
sa nol' dimostrand' o brama
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About Dolce pensier
Imagine a summer evening gathering, perhaps a rustic feast or a sun-drenched garden party, where this Italian madrigal would have been performed. Hubert Naich crafts a rich SATTB texture for this secular work, exploring the complex emotions of the text. The words speak of a sweet thought that brings to mind loving accents and smiles that offer a taste of paradise. Yet, the speaker questions the purpose of this reflection, feeling unloved and seeking solace in death rather than earthly desires. This intricate piece offers directors a chance to explore expressive text painting within the Renaissance madrigal tradition.
