Fai la Nanna, Bel Tesor
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Fai la Nanna, Bel Tesor Lyrics. An original lullaby inspired by the Lombard cradle-song tradition of the Po valley, calling the child a ‘bel tesor’ — a little treasure. Here you will find the lyrics, English translation, meaning, and chords.
Lyrics & chords
An original arrangement, with guitar & piano chords above each line.
Verse
What the words mean
Chords — guitar & piano
What “Fai la Nanna, Bel Tesor” Means
Lombard lullabies traditionally open with ‘fai la nanna’, the region’s own version of the widespread Italian cradle-song refrain, often paired with a tender nickname like ‘bel tesor’ (little treasure) or ‘bel bocon’ (sweet little bite). This original arrangement sets that refrain against the quiet imagery of the Po valley countryside — sleeping fields and flowers, and a moon watching over the child from the balcony.
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