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L'inargentato lido
Staff Notation • Secular, Madrigals
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2 editions of this piece
Different typesettings and voicings of the same work. This page shows the main edition; the others are below.
SSATTB · Wim Looyestijn
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L'inargentato lido by Gasparo Zerto — Lyrics
L’inargentato lido,
Che la fronte a Nettun pomposo cinge,
E d’Adria’l sen dipinge,
Col più amoroso grido,
Dori t’adora e inchina,
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About L'inargentato lido
Gasparo Zerto’s L’inargentato lido is a secular madrigal for SSATTB voices in Italian. The music opens with a depiction of the sea, its silvery shore embracing Neptune’s proud brow. The texture is rich and complex, with the outer voices often supporting the inner parts, creating a shimmering effect. The text, a celebration of beauty and devotion, describes Dori as the sole queen of the Adriatic, adored by the sea nymphs and by Love himself. The composer captures the lyrical text with flowing melodic lines and intricate harmonic language, showcasing the expressive potential of the ensemble. The final exclamations celebrate the beauty of Dori, bringing the piece to a radiant conclusion.
