All'hor che Filomena

This delightful Italian madrigal captures a pastoral scene, painting a picture of Aminta alone in a new grove, lamenting with cheerful song. The text invites shepherds, fauns, and nymphs to join him in singing amongst the fragrant branches. Girolamo Belli’s setting for SATTBB voices showcases the rich polyphonic textures characteristic of secular Renaissance part-music. The interplay between the vocal lines creates a vibrant and engaging musical atmosphere, reflecting the joy and beauty of the natural world and the communal spirit of the pastoral gathering.