Epitalamio
Staff Notation • Secular, Madrigals
3 editions of this piece
Different typesettings and voicings of the same work. This page shows the main edition; the others are below.
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Epitalamio by Giovanni Ghizzolo — Lyrics
About Epitalamio
This secular Italian madrigal by Giovanni Ghizzolo is suitable for a celebratory occasion, perhaps a wedding. The text depicts the arrival of Himeneo, the god of marriage, descending with his golden torch to ignite hearts with love. Hope shines brightly, and dawn gilds the sky. The beautiful bride emerges, adorned and radiant, her golden hair woven with the treasures of spring and eternal flowers. Her hair is arranged in various styles, framing her fair face, sparkling with jewels and gold.