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Giovane illustre
Staff Notation • Secular, Laments
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Giovane illustre by Costanzo Porta — Lyrics
Giovane illustre, alteramente nato,
modern' esempio degl' antichi eroi;
come su'l più bel fior, gl'anni tuoi
miseramente a noi ti toglie il fato.
Tu di valor più che di ferro armato,
Carlo seguend' in mezzo a gli osti suoi,
schifasti mill' e mille morti e poi
spinto qui resti in sí securo stato.
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About Giovane illustre
This striking lament expresses deep sorrow over the untimely death of a noble youth, described as a modern hero. The text laments that fate has cut short such a life, comparing the loss to a beautiful flower being plucked. It recounts how this brave individual, armed with valor and following Carlo in battle, faced countless dangers only to meet a tragic end in a seemingly secure state. The lament questions the guidance of fate, comparing it to a ship tossed at sea. Venice itself mourns this grievous event, feeling the fatal blow pierce their hearts.
