Composer

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Luigi Dallapiccola

Genre

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Opera

Average_duration

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7:37

"Volo di Notte" is an opera composed by Luigi Dallapiccola, an Italian composer, in 1940. The opera is based on the novel "Night Flight" by Antoine de Saint-Exupéry. The plot of the opera revolves around the lives of pilots who fly at night, risking their lives to deliver mail and other important cargo. The story is set in South America, where the pilots face various challenges, including bad weather, mechanical failures, and the threat of war. The opera is divided into three movements, each of which represents a different aspect of the pilots' lives. The first movement, "The Departure," introduces the pilots and their mission. The second movement, "The Flight," depicts the pilots' journey through the night sky, as they battle against the elements and their own fears. The final movement, "The Arrival," shows the pilots' return to the ground, where they are greeted by their loved ones and the people they have served. The music of "Volo di Notte" is characterized by its use of atonality and serialism, which were popular techniques in the mid-20th century. Dallapiccola's music is also known for its complex rhythms and harmonies, which reflect the turbulence and uncertainty of the pilots' lives. The opera features a large orchestra, as well as a chorus and solo singers, who perform in Italian. "Volo di Notte" premiered in Florence, Italy, on May 12, 1940, just a few months before the outbreak of World War II. The opera was well-received by audiences and critics, who praised Dallapiccola's innovative approach to music and storytelling. Despite its success, "Volo di Notte" is not as well-known as some of Dallapiccola's other works, such as "Il Prigioniero" and "Canti di Prigionia." However, it remains an important example of Italian opera from the mid-20th century, and a testament to the bravery and sacrifice of the pilots who inspired it.

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