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Al dolce volo di Cillenio apriva
Staff Notation • Secular, Madrigals
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Al dolce volo di Cillenio apriva by Andrea Gabrieli — Lyrics
Al dolce volo di Cillenio apriva
lieta Giunon un Ciel sereno e'l sole
co' chiara rai scopria più che non suole.
Colle aprico, ombrosa valle e verde riva.
Cangiossi in l'alma allor Tranquilla Oliva,
allor Maggio fiorì rose e viole,
e al roco suon diè forma di parole
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About Al dolce volo di Cillenio apriva
This Italian madrigal by Andrea Gabrieli paints a vivid pastoral scene, invoking classical mythology to celebrate a joyous occasion. Juno opens a serene sky, and the sun shines more brightly than usual, illuminating a sunny slope, a shady valley, and a green bank. The soul of Tranquilla Oliva is transformed, and May brings forth roses and violets. Even the murmuring waters form words. Hymenaeus, god of marriage, appears adorned with the fragrance of torches. The oak tree drips honey, and Jove himself makes happy omens for this beautiful day. Gabrieli's setting for SSAAB voices captures the richness of this celebratory text.
