Composer

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George Frederick Handel

Genre

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Choral

Style

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Cantata

Compose Date

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ca. 1708

Average_duration

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16:24

Movement_count

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8

Movement ....

"Notte placida e cheta" is a cantata composed by George Frederick Handel in 1707. The piece was premiered in Rome, Italy, during Handel's time there as a young composer. The cantata is written for a solo soprano accompanied by a small ensemble of strings and continuo. The cantata consists of three movements. The first movement is a recitative, in which the soprano sings of the peaceful and quiet night. The second movement is an aria, in which the soprano expresses her joy and contentment with the tranquility of the night. The final movement is another recitative, in which the soprano reflects on the beauty of the night and the happiness it brings. The music of "Notte placida e cheta" is characterized by Handel's use of simple, yet elegant melodies and harmonies. The cantata is also notable for its use of ornamentation, particularly in the soprano's vocal line. Handel's skillful use of dynamics and phrasing creates a sense of intimacy and warmth in the music. Overall, "Notte placida e cheta" is a beautiful and expressive work that showcases Handel's early talent as a composer. Its simple yet effective melodies and harmonies, combined with the soprano's expressive vocal line, make it a memorable and enjoyable piece of music.

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