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Filli, volgendo i lumi
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 · Willem Verkaik
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Filli, volgendo i lumi by Luca Marenzio — Lyrics
Filli, volgendo i lumi al vago Aminta,
Dal profondo del cor trasse un sospiro,
E disse: Aminta, io t'amo, e questa mano
Sia pegno del mio amor, de la mia fede,
Con c'hora à te mi lego; e per lei giuro,
Che d’altri non sarò, se tua non sono.
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About Filli, volgendo i lumi
Luca Marenzio's Filli, volgendo i lumi is a rich five-part madrigal for SATTB voices, setting a poignant Italian text. The lyrics speak of Filli's heartfelt declaration of love for Aminta, offering her hand as a pledge and swearing eternal fidelity. Her words are met with a sigh from the fortunate Aminta, whose response is tears of joy and gratitude. The music likely reflects the emotional intensity of this love scene, characteristic of the secular Italian madrigal tradition. This piece would suit a choir looking to explore the expressive possibilities of Renaissance polyphony, bringing to life a moment of tender romantic commitment.
