jan 1, 1600 - “Io parto” e non più dissi (NAWM 59)
Description:
Composer: Carlo GesualdoThe title translates to “‘I depart.’ I said no more”. It exemplifies Gesualdo’s use of contrasts between chromatic and diatonic, consonant and dissonant, homophonic and imitative, and slow and quick to heighten the emotions and dramatic impact of the poem.
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Date:
jan 1, 1600
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~ 426 years ago