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Dolci spoglie felici
Staff Notation • Secular, Madrigals
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Dolci spoglie felici by Leonard Meldert — Lyrics
Dolci spoglie felici e care tanto,
Mentre al ciel piacque e ch'io li fui gradita,
Prendete hor questa miserabil vita,
E qui fin habbia il duol le cur' el pianto,
Visse il mio corso ho gia finito quanto
mi die fortuna hor vado a l'altra vita,
Vendicato ho sicheo vist' ho finita
la Città di ch'ancor mi pregio e vanto.
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About Dolci spoglie felici
Leonard Meldert’s Dolci spoglie felici is a striking example of Italian madrigal writing for five voices (SATTB). The text, which draws from classical mythology, speaks of a tragic end, lamenting past happiness and embracing a new, albeit mournful, existence. The composer captures the emotional turmoil of the lyrics, moving from expressions of joy and pride to profound sorrow and the finality of death. The music reflects the dramatic narrative, with rich harmonies and contrapuntal lines that convey the complex sentiments of love, loss, and vengeance. This work offers a compelling opportunity for choirs to explore the expressive capabilities of the madrigal genre.
