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Donna, te dico il vero
Staff Notation • Secular, Canzonette
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Donna, te dico il vero by Gioseppe Caimo — Lyrics
Donna, te dico il vero
A fè da cavagliero,
Se cosi disprezzi ogn'un chi t'ama
Manchi di quel che si convien à damma.
E poi che tante offese
A me crudel scortese
M'ai fatto col divin e chiaro lampo
Io per duello ti desfido in campo.
Al suon di tromba armata
Verrai sola guidata
Col tuo padrin Amor, ch'ogn'or mi stanca
Ch'io macchia ti darò secur'e franca.
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About Donna, te dico il vero
Gioseppe Caimo, a composer of the late Renaissance, wrote this Italian canzonetta for SATB choir. The text, a secular poem, playfully presents a 'challenge' from the speaker to his beloved. He vows to meet her in a duel, armed with his 'indignation' and a 'bare chest', to settle who possesses the greater heart and courage. The spirited lyrics, set in a light, engaging style typical of the canzonetta, make this a charming and spirited addition to any concert programme. The music would suit a choir looking for an accessible and characterful piece from the Italian secular tradition.
