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Anime christiane
Staff Notation • Sacred, Motets
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Anime christiane by Giovanni Animuccia — Lyrics
Anime christiane a Dio di lette,
qual' error dal fin vostro vi desia?
R.:
Deh perche la bugia, perche pur l'ombre amata?
O grave inganno el vero ben lesciate.
All' imagine tua, gia non vi fece,
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About Anime christiane
Giovanni Animuccia's Anime christiane for two sopranos and tenor is a sacred Italian motet. The music opens with flowing melodic lines that engage in gentle imitation, creating a smooth texture. The text addresses Christian souls, questioning why they are led astray by error and falsehood, preferring deceptive shadows to the truth. It urges them to turn away from fleeting, vain pleasures that lead them astray, seeking instead the waters and font that can truly satisfy the heart in God alone. The pleading nature of the lyrics is reflected in the expressive vocal writing, making it a compelling choice for liturgical or devotional settings.
