Composer

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Vincenzo Bellini

Genre

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Vocal

Style

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Song

Compose Date

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1827 - 1835

Average_duration

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3:39

"Vaga luna, che inargenti" is a beautiful and romantic Italian art song composed by Vincenzo Bellini. It was composed in 1830 and premiered in the same year. The song is a part of a collection of six songs called "Sei Ariette" or "Six Arias". The song is written for a solo voice and piano accompaniment. The song is divided into two movements. The first movement is in a slow and lyrical tempo, while the second movement is in a faster tempo. The first movement is characterized by a gentle and flowing melody that is accompanied by a simple and delicate piano accompaniment. The second movement is more lively and energetic, with a faster tempo and a more complex piano accompaniment. The lyrics of the song are written by the Italian poet, Vincenzo Monti. The poem is a beautiful and romantic ode to the moon, which is personified as a beautiful and mysterious woman. The poem describes the moon as a symbol of love and beauty, and the song captures the essence of the poem perfectly. The song is characterized by Bellini's signature style, which is characterized by a beautiful and expressive melody, simple and delicate piano accompaniment, and a focus on the emotional content of the lyrics. The song is a perfect example of Bellini's ability to create beautiful and romantic music that captures the essence of the Italian art song tradition. Overall, "Vaga luna, che inargenti" is a beautiful and romantic Italian art song that is a testament to Bellini's skill as a composer. The song is a perfect example of the Italian art song tradition, and it continues to be a popular and beloved piece of music to this day.

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