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Era la mia virtù
Staff Notation • Secular, Madrigals
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2 editions of this piece
Different typesettings and voicings of the same work. This page shows the main edition; the others are below.
SATTB · Renato Calcaterra
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Era la mia virtù by Alessandro Striggio — Lyrics
Era la mia virtu quasi smarrita
Quando con la sua man Amor istesso
Fece'i miei labri a quei bei labri'appresso
E là subito corse l'anima
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About Era la mia virtù
Alessandro Striggio's five-part madrigal Era la mia virtù offers a vivid musical setting of a passionate Italian text. Sung by SATTB voices, this piece would make a striking addition to a programme of secular Renaissance part-music. The lyrics describe a moment of intense amorous feeling, where the singer's very essence is drawn to their beloved, experiencing a profound, almost mortal, sensation. The music captures this emotional turmoil, with Striggio's skill evident in the intricate vocal writing and expressive harmonies that portray the text's dramatic unfolding. It is a work that demands sensitive interpretation and would resonate powerfully in a concert setting.
