Composer

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George Frederick Handel

Genre

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Vocal

Style

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Vocal Music

Compose Date

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ca. 1742

Average_duration

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5:17

Movement_count

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3

Movement ....

"No, di voi non vuo' fidarmi" is an aria from the opera "Alessandro" composed by George Frederick Handel. The opera premiered on May 5, 1726, at the King's Theatre in London. The aria is sung by the character Rossane in Act II, Scene 2. The aria is in the key of A minor and is written for a soprano voice. It is a slow and melancholic piece, with a tempo marking of "Larghetto." The aria is in da capo form, with an A section followed by a contrasting B section and then a repeat of the A section. The A section begins with a simple and mournful melody in the strings, which is then taken up by the soprano voice. The lyrics express Rossane's distrust of those around her, with lines such as "No, di voi non vuo' fidarmi, ingrati, no, non vuo'" (No, I will not trust you, ungrateful ones, no, I will not). The melody is ornamented with trills and runs, adding to the emotional intensity of the piece. The B section is in the relative major key of C major and provides a contrast to the A section. The melody is more hopeful and uplifting, with the lyrics expressing Rossane's desire for love and happiness. The section features a solo violin, which plays a virtuosic melody that complements the soprano's vocal line. The final A section is a repeat of the first, with some slight variations in the ornamentation. The piece ends with a final cadence in A minor, leaving the listener with a sense of unresolved tension. Overall, "No, di voi non vuo' fidarmi" is a beautiful and emotional aria that showcases Handel's skill in writing for the voice. The piece is a testament to the composer's ability to convey complex emotions through music and remains a beloved piece in the operatic repertoire.

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