A Vivaldi Вђ“ Nisi Dominus, Rv 608 Sara Mingardo & Rinaldo Alessandrini Вђў Concerto Italiano, 2003 Review

A gently rocking siciliana , a common Baroque rhythm used to evoke sleep or peace.

That specific recording features the of Antonio Vivaldi ’s sacred motet, titled "Cum dederit" . A gently rocking siciliana , a common Baroque

It is widely considered the emotional centerpiece of the and is celebrated for its haunting, hypnotic quality. Movement Details: "Cum dederit" Tempo: Andante . A gently rocking siciliana

Taken from Psalm 127, the Latin text translates to: "For so He gives His beloved sleep" . The 2003 Recording A gently rocking siciliana , a common Baroque

To create its atmospheric, "dream-like" tone, Vivaldi instructed the strings to be played con piombi (with lead mutes).