Composer

:

Franz Joseph Haydn

Genre

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Vocal

Style

:

Aria

Compose Date

:

1787

Average_duration

:

4:33

"Chi vive amante" is a cantata composed by Franz Joseph Haydn in 1775. The piece was premiered in the same year in the Esterházy Palace in Eisenstadt, Austria. The cantata is written for soprano soloist, two violins, viola, cello, and basso continuo. The cantata consists of three movements. The first movement is an aria in A major, "Chi vive amante," which translates to "Whoever lives as a lover." The aria is in a lively tempo and features a virtuosic vocal line that showcases the soprano's range and agility. The text speaks of the joys of love and the happiness it brings. The second movement is a recitative in A minor, "Ma se non hai chi t'ami," which translates to "But if you don't have someone who loves you." The recitative is in a slower tempo and features a more declamatory vocal line. The text speaks of the sadness and loneliness that comes with not having someone to love. The final movement is an aria in A major, "Se non ti moro a lato," which translates to "If I don't die by your side." The aria is in a faster tempo and features a more playful vocal line. The text speaks of the desire to be with one's lover and the willingness to die for them. Overall, "Chi vive amante" is a charming and expressive cantata that showcases Haydn's skill in writing for the voice. The piece features virtuosic vocal lines, expressive recitatives, and lively instrumental accompaniment.

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