Composer

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George Frederick Handel

Genre

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Vocal

Style

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Cantata

Compose Date

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1707

Average_duration

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53:57

Movement_count

:

23

Movement ....

"Aminta E Fillide (Arresta il Passo)" is a pastoral opera composed by George Frederick Handel. The opera was composed in 1708 and premiered in Naples, Italy, on May 26, 1708. The opera consists of three acts and is based on a libretto by Silvio Stampiglia. The first act of the opera begins with a chorus of shepherds and shepherdesses who are celebrating the arrival of spring. Aminta, a shepherd, is in love with Fillide, a shepherdess, but she is not interested in him. Instead, she is in love with Tirsi, a wealthy shepherd who is also in love with her. Aminta is heartbroken and sings a lament about his unrequited love. In the second act, Tirsi and Fillide are planning to elope, but Aminta discovers their plan and tries to stop them. He is unsuccessful, and the two lovers run away together. Aminta is left alone and sings another lament about his lost love. The third act begins with a chorus of nymphs and shepherds who are searching for Tirsi and Fillide. They eventually find the couple, and Tirsi and Fillide are reunited. Aminta is still heartbroken, but he eventually accepts his fate and wishes the couple well. "Aminta E Fillide (Arresta il Passo)" is a prime example of Handel's early operatic style. The opera features arias, recitatives, and choruses, and the music is characterized by its simplicity and elegance. The opera also features Handel's use of pastoral themes, such as shepherds, nymphs, and the countryside. Overall, "Aminta E Fillide (Arresta il Passo)" is a charming and delightful opera that showcases Handel's early operatic style. The opera's pastoral themes and simple yet elegant music make it a joy to listen to and a testament to Handel's early genius.

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