Composer

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Cortona Codex Anonymous

Genre

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Choral

Style

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Choral

Average_duration

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3:54

The "Pianto de Maria Vergine" is a composition from the Cortona Codex, an anonymous manuscript from the 14th century. The piece is a lamentation for the Virgin Mary, mourning the death of her son, Jesus Christ. It is written in the Italian language and is considered one of the earliest examples of Italian polyphonic music. The composition is divided into three movements, each with its own distinct character. The first movement is slow and mournful, with a simple melody that is repeated throughout. The second movement is more complex, with multiple voices weaving in and out of each other. The third movement returns to the simplicity of the first, with a single voice singing a plaintive melody. The "Pianto de Maria Vergine" is notable for its use of dissonance, which was a relatively new technique at the time. The dissonant harmonies create a sense of tension and sadness, reflecting the emotional content of the piece. The composition also features a number of melismatic passages, where a single syllable is stretched out over multiple notes, adding to the sense of mourning and lamentation. The exact date of composition and premiere of the "Pianto de Maria Vergine" is unknown, as the Cortona Codex was not discovered until the 19th century. However, it is believed to have been written in the early 14th century, during the Ars Nova period of music. The piece has since become a staple of the early music repertoire, and is often performed by vocal ensembles and choirs.

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