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In due vermiglie labra
Staff Notation • Secular, Madrigals
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In due vermiglie labra by Pomponio Nenna — Lyrics
In due vermiglie labra,
Vidd' io purpurea rosa,
Fiorir vaga e vezzosa,
E la rapiva ardito,
Ma da la spina d'un bacio mordente,
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About In due vermiglie labra
Pomponio Nenna’s madrigal In due vermiglie labra conjures a vivid scene of love’s sweet sting. The SSATB voices intertwine to explore the text’s imagery of a rose blooming on blushing lips, stolen by a kiss that leaves the singer wounded. This secular Italian part-music, typical of the Renaissance, captures the complex emotions of desire and pain. It would be an ideal choice for a concert programme seeking to showcase the expressive power of Renaissance vocal polyphony. The intricate vocal writing allows for a rich exploration of the text’s poetic nuances, making it a compelling selection for discerning choirs.
