Composer

:

Alfonso X (el Sabio)

Genre

:

Vocal

Style

:

Vocal Music

Average_duration

:

4:02

Cantiga de Santa María 380, Sen calar, is a medieval Spanish song composed by Alfonso X (el Sabio) in the 13th century. It is part of a collection of over 400 songs known as the Cantigas de Santa María, which were written in Galician-Portuguese and dedicated to the Virgin Mary. The Cantiga de Santa María 380, Sen calar, is believed to have been composed around 1270. It was likely performed at courtly gatherings and religious ceremonies during Alfonso X's reign. The song is written in the form of a narrative poem and tells the story of a man who is saved from drowning by the Virgin Mary. The Cantiga de Santa María 380, Sen calar, is divided into three movements. The first movement is a recitative that sets the scene and introduces the protagonist. The second movement is a lively dance-like section that describes the man's struggle in the water and his eventual rescue by the Virgin Mary. The third movement is a slower, more contemplative section that reflects on the man's gratitude and devotion to the Virgin Mary. The Cantiga de Santa María 380, Sen calar, is characterized by its use of repetition and simple, catchy melodies. The song is also notable for its use of vernacular language, which was unusual for religious music at the time. The Cantigas de Santa María were an important contribution to the development of Spanish and Portuguese music, and they continue to be studied and performed today.

More....