Ritorno al nulla

The story behind

In Ritorno al nulla, the band Le Orme closes their work Felona e Sorona with a piece that evokes a sense of epic conclusion. The song, with a duration of 3:34, presents itself as the culmination of a sonic journey that explores the contrast between two imaginary worlds. On one hand, Felona, a planet symbolizing harmony and balance, bathed in sunlight. On the other, Sorona, a place plunged into darkness, characterized by chaos and disharmony. This duality is reflected in the music, creating an atmosphere that culminates in this final track. The structure of the album Felona e Sorona, released in 1973, is conceived as a conceptual narrative. The musical journey begins with an extensive instrumental part, where synthesizers take center stage. The keyboard lines intertwine in a contrapuntal style, laying the groundwork for the narrative. The piece that initiates this exploration is titled Sospesi nell'incredibile, and its musical development seeks to encapsulate the story that unfolds across the two sides of the record. It is in this context that Ritorno al nulla emerges, offering a powerful closing to the suite.