Composer

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Alfonso X (el Sabio)

Genre

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Vocal

Style

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Vocal Music

Average_duration

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6:08

The Cantiga de Santa María 323, Ontre toda-las vertudes que aa Virgen son dadas, was composed by Alfonso X (el Sabio) in the 13th century. It is part of a collection of 420 songs dedicated to the Virgin Mary, known as the Cantigas de Santa María. The Cantiga 323 is one of the most famous and beloved songs of the collection. The Cantiga 323 premiered in the court of Alfonso X in the city of Toledo, Spain, around the year 1270. It is a monophonic song, which means that it has only one melody line. The song is written in Galician-Portuguese, a language that was widely spoken in the Iberian Peninsula during the Middle Ages. The Cantiga 323 is divided into three movements, each with its own distinct character. The first movement is slow and contemplative, with a simple melody that is repeated several times. The second movement is faster and more lively, with a more complex melody that features several melodic variations. The third movement is a return to the slow and contemplative character of the first movement, with a melody that is similar to the opening theme. The Cantiga 323 is characterized by its beautiful melody and its devotional lyrics. The song praises the virtues of the Virgin Mary, describing her as the embodiment of all the virtues that are valued in Christian society. The lyrics also describe the miracles that the Virgin Mary has performed, such as healing the sick and protecting the faithful from harm. The Cantiga 323 is a testament to the religious devotion and artistic creativity of Alfonso X and his court. It is a beautiful example of medieval music and a reminder of the important role that music played in the spiritual and cultural life of medieval Europe.

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