Dormend' un giorno

A fine example of Italian Renaissance secular part-music, Philippe Verdelot's Dormend' un giorno is a five-part madrigal for ATTTB voices. The text tells a charming mythological tale of Amor sleeping by a fountain, where Nymphs hide his torch beneath the water. This prank, however, results in the water itself becoming eternally fiery, as love's flame cares not for water. This work is well-suited for a choir looking for engaging Renaissance repertoire that offers both textual interest and vocal richness, allowing for a nuanced exploration of the text's playful narrative and emotional arc through its distinct vocal lines.