Composer

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Johann Adolf Hasse

Genre

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Vocal

Average_duration

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12:05

Movement_count

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3

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Johann Adolf Hasse was a German composer who lived from 1699 to 1783. He was a prolific composer of operas, oratorios, and instrumental music, and was one of the most important composers of the 18th century. One of his most famous works is the aria "Lascia i fior, l'erbette, e'l rio," which was composed in 1735. The aria "Lascia i fior, l'erbette, e'l rio" is from the opera "Artaserse," which premiered in 1730 in Venice. The aria is sung by the character Arbace, who is in love with the princess Mandane. In the aria, Arbace is lamenting the fact that he cannot be with Mandane, and is asking nature to take away his senses so that he can forget her. The aria is in the key of G minor and is in a slow tempo. It is divided into two sections, with the first section being in a minor key and the second section being in a major key. The first section is characterized by a mournful melody that is sung by the soloist over a simple accompaniment of strings and continuo. The second section is more hopeful, with a brighter melody and a more complex accompaniment. The aria is notable for its expressive melody and its use of chromaticism, which was a new technique at the time. The chromaticism is used to create a sense of longing and sadness, and is particularly effective in the first section of the aria. The aria is also notable for its use of ornamentation, which was a common feature of Baroque music. Overall, "Lascia i fior, l'erbette, e'l rio" is a beautiful and expressive aria that showcases Hasse's skill as a composer. Its emotional depth and technical sophistication make it a masterpiece of Baroque music.

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