Composer

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Giovanni Felice Sances

Genre

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Vocal

Style

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Vocal Music

Compose Date

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1636

Average_duration

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3:53

'Pietosi allontanatevi' is a sacred vocal work composed by Giovanni Felice Sances, an Italian composer of the Baroque era. The piece was composed in the early 17th century and was premiered in Rome, Italy. It is a vocal solo with instrumental accompaniment and is written in the Baroque style. The piece is divided into three movements, each with its own distinct characteristics. The first movement is slow and mournful, with a simple melody that is repeated throughout. The second movement is faster and more lively, with a more complex melody that is accompanied by a lively instrumental section. The third movement is slow and contemplative, with a simple melody that is accompanied by a gentle instrumental section. The piece is characterized by its use of vocal ornamentation, which was a common feature of Baroque vocal music. The vocal line is often embellished with trills, runs, and other decorative elements, which add to the emotional intensity of the piece. The instrumental accompaniment is also highly ornamented, with the use of trills, arpeggios, and other virtuosic techniques. The text of the piece is taken from a sacred text and is a plea for mercy and forgiveness. The music reflects the emotional intensity of the text, with its mournful and contemplative sections. The piece is a beautiful example of Baroque vocal music, with its use of ornamentation, expressive melodies, and emotional intensity.

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