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Alma mia
Staff Notation • Secular, Lute songs
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Alma mia by Giovanni Girolamo Kapsperger — Lyrics
Alma mia dove t’ennai,
alma mia chi fuggi tu.
Un ch'o nova i tuoi bei rai,
ond'il cor febrito fu.
Fermai pass'o core, o vita,
vuo morir davanti a te.
Ahi ch'intenti alla partita,
fugge ‘l cor non men ch'el pie.
Lagrimate occhi dolente,
lagrimat’el la sensua.
Infelici eccovi spenti,
senza i rai di sua beltà.
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About Alma mia
Giovanni Girolamo Kapsperger was a composer of the early Baroque period, known for his works for lute and voice. This secular Italian song, Alma mia, is a beautiful example of the composer's lyrical style. The text expresses a profound sense of loss and longing as the singer's soul flees, and their heart is overwhelmed with grief. The music vividly portrays the emotional turmoil of the lyrics, with the voice lamenting the departure of a loved one and the pain of separation. Kapsperger's intimate setting for solo voice and lute creates a poignant and expressive performance, capturing the essence of unrequited love and deep sorrow.
