Composer

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Cortona Codex Anonymous

Genre

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Vocal

'Troppo perde 'l tempo ki ben non t' ama' is a sacred song from the Laudario di Cortona, a collection of 13th-century Italian laude. The composer of the song is unknown, but it is attributed to the Cortona Codex Anonymous. The song was likely composed in the mid-13th century. The song is in three movements, with each movement featuring a different text. The first movement is a solo voice singing the text "Troppo perde 'l tempo ki ben non t' ama" (He who does not love you loses too much time). The second movement is a duet between two voices, singing the text "O Maria, d'omelia" (O Mary, of all women). The third movement is a solo voice singing the text "O Maria, maris stella" (O Mary, star of the sea). The first movement is characterized by a simple melody and a repetitive rhythm, with the solo voice singing the same phrase multiple times. The second movement features a more complex melody, with the two voices weaving in and out of each other. The third movement is similar to the first, with a simple melody and repetitive rhythm. Overall, 'Troppo perde 'l tempo ki ben non t' ama' is a beautiful example of 13th-century Italian sacred music. The simple melodies and repetitive rhythms create a meditative and contemplative atmosphere, while the use of multiple voices adds depth and complexity to the music.

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