Composer

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Alessandro Scarlatti

Genre

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Choral

Style

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Motet

Compose Date

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Oct 16, 1702

Publication Date

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1702

Average_duration

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13:27

Movement_count

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6

Movement ....

Alessandro Scarlatti's 'Infirmata, vulnerata' is a sacred cantata for soprano, strings, and continuo. It was composed in the late 17th century, with the exact date of composition unknown. The cantata was likely premiered in Rome, where Scarlatti was working at the time. The cantata consists of three movements, each with its own distinct character and musical style. The first movement, 'Infirmata, vulnerata', is a somber and introspective aria in which the soprano laments her own weakness and vulnerability. The second movement, 'Quid jubes, Domine', is a recitative in which the soprano asks God for guidance and strength. The final movement, 'Sic Deus dilexit mundum', is a joyful and triumphant aria in which the soprano celebrates God's love for the world. Scarlatti's use of chromaticism and dissonance in the first movement creates a sense of tension and unease, reflecting the soprano's feelings of weakness and vulnerability. The second movement, with its simple and direct melody, conveys a sense of humility and supplication. The final movement, with its lively rhythms and virtuosic vocal lines, expresses the soprano's joy and gratitude for God's love. Overall, 'Infirmata, vulnerata' is a powerful and emotionally charged work that showcases Scarlatti's skill as a composer of sacred music. Its combination of introspection, supplication, and celebration make it a compelling addition to the repertoire of Baroque sacred music.

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