Tosti's volume 8 in Italian text is a representation of Italian "poetry for music" in Tosti's time. Included are poets of various affiliations and styles who were popular with composers of opera and vocal music. Including:- Prime melodie (5), Aprile, Plenilunio (4), Pepita, Parole del ricordo mio, Resta nel sogno, Bimbi e neve, Chi sono, Morale allegra.