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Entr'un gran nuvol d'or
Staff Notation • Secular, Madrigals
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Entr'un gran nuvol d'or by Alessandro Striggio — Lyrics
Entr'un gran nuvol d'or che quas'un sole
Di seren'e bel dì l'aria accendea.
Una vag'Angioletta si sedea
Sovr'un letto di ros'e di viole ,
Amor ch'all'hor come mai sempre suole
Nei suoi occhi divin'albergo havea
In di mill'alme e mille cor'ardea,
Col fuoco de le luci altier'e sole.
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About Entr'un gran nuvol d'or
Alessandro Striggio's Entr'un gran nuvol d'or is a vibrant example of secular Renaissance part-music for SATTB voices. Composed in Italian, it paints a vivid picture of an angelic vision. The text describes a beautiful angel seated on a bed of roses and violets, radiating divine light. The imagery evokes a sense of wonder and immediate enchantment, as the poet is instantly struck by love. The music likely captures the sensuous beauty and sudden emotional impact of the text, with intricate vocal lines weaving together to depict the scene and the lover's swift surrender to Cupid's dart. This piece would suit a concert setting where rich choral textures and expressive word-painting are appreciated.
