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L'ultima volta
Staff Notation • Secular, Canzonette
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L'ultima volta by Orazio Vecchi — Lyrics
L'ultima volta ch'io ti viddi
ogn'altr'amor pos'in oblio,
all' hor m'accorsi che ne gl'occhi
tuoi amor vaghegga i pargoletta suoi.
Viddi che quelle perle
eran Ligustr'in frà rose à vederle.
All' hor vidd'io che dentr'à la tua bocca,
amor gioisce, e vi si vede e tocca.
Candido scors'il petto
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About L'ultima volta
The text of Orazio Vecchi's L'ultima volta paints a vivid scene of romantic infatuation. The speaker recalls the last time they saw their beloved, instantly forgetting all other loves as they noticed Cupid playing in the eyes of their paramour. The lyrics go on to describe the beloved's perfect beauty: lips like roses and lilies, a breast whiter than ivory, and a voice that captivates. This Italian canzonetta for SSB voices is a delightful example of secular Renaissance part-music, capturing the breathless wonder of first love with charming imagery and expressive language.
