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Hor ch'amorosi
Staff Notation • Secular, Lute songs
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Hor ch'amorosi by Giovanni Girolamo Kapsperger — Lyrics
Hor ch'amorosi accenti
spiran la terra e’l cielo,
pastor, tu che paventi
l'addormentato gielo,
corri, corri alla selva
che nascond'il tuo cor
il tuo ben, la tua vita,
il tuo amor, la tua spene,
cosi godrai mille dolcezz' insieme.
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About Hor ch'amorosi
This Italian secular song for solo voice paints a pastoral scene, urging a shepherd to flee the cold and seek love in the woods. The text speaks of renewed love and passion, encouraging the shepherd to follow the path of pleasure and joy. Giovanni Girolamo Kapsperger’s setting captures these sentiments, with the voice part designed to convey the emotional journey described in the lyrics. This piece is a fine example of the solo vocal repertoire from its period, exploring themes of nature and romantic longing through its expressive melody.
