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Et hor veggio fortuna in mezzo il porto
Staff Notation • Secular, Madrigals
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Et hor veggio fortuna in mezzo il porto by Francesco Guami| , here called Francesco da Lucca — Lyrics
Prima parte
Al dolce suon del mormorar de l'onde,
Al nov' odor de le fiorite piagge,
A l'arene de l'oro ai ricchi scogli,
Al bel cantar de le Sirene al porto.
Delle fati che mie mi scors'un lume,
Ch'in fin qua giu m'ardea dal terzo cielo.
Seconda parte
Mai non si vide piu seren' il cielo,
Ne piu tranquill' il mar fra liti e l'onde,
Ne piu benigno l'un e l'altro lume,
Ne piu felice l'aura per le piagge,
Ne piu destr' il camin d'andar' a porto,
Ne piu sicuro il navigar tra scogli.
Terza parte
Perche lontana da fallaci scogli,
Da venti avversi da gravato cielo.
La navicella mia vaga del porto,
Misi tost' a solcar le placid' onde.
Verso le bell'et odorate piagge,
Mirando sempr' il mio fidato lume.
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About Et hor veggio fortuna in mezzo il porto
Francesco Guami, also known as Francesco da Lucca, composed this five-part madrigal in Italian. The text describes a journey of hope and assured arrival, moving from initial uncertainty to ultimate safety. The composer contrasts the dangers of the sea and fickle fortune with the serenity of a safe harbour, with the arrival at the destination becoming increasingly secure and joyful. This secular work showcases the rich polyphonic texture typical of the madrigal tradition, with the voices of Soprano, Alto, Tenor, Tenor, and Bass creating intricate harmonies and expressive lines. The text celebrates a successful voyage, painting a vivid picture of calm seas and a welcoming shore, ultimately leading to a secure and happy destination.
