Composer

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Antonio Zacara da Teramo

Genre

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Vocal

Compose Date

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before 1414

Publication Date

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1990

Average_duration

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8:28

Antonio Zacara da Teramo was a prominent Italian composer of the 15th century. He is known for his secular and sacred compositions, including the motet "Plorans ploravi, perché la Fortuna." This motet was composed in the late 14th or early 15th century and is believed to have been premiered in Italy. "Plorans ploravi, perché la Fortuna" is a three-movement motet that features a text in Latin. The first movement is a lamentation that expresses the sorrow and pain of the speaker. The second movement is a prayer to God for mercy and salvation. The final movement is a joyful celebration of the speaker's redemption and salvation. The motet is characterized by its use of polyphony, which is a musical technique that involves multiple voices singing different melodies simultaneously. The voices in "Plorans ploravi, perché la Fortuna" are often in dialogue with each other, creating a rich and complex texture. The motet also features a variety of musical techniques, including imitation, canon, and melismatic singing. One of the most notable aspects of "Plorans ploravi, perché la Fortuna" is its emotional intensity. The text is filled with expressions of grief, despair, and hope, and the music reflects these emotions through its use of dissonance, chromaticism, and dynamic contrasts. The motet is a powerful expression of the human experience, and it continues to be performed and studied by musicians and scholars today.

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