Composer

:

Teodoro Cottrau

Genre

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Vocal

Style

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Song: Popular

Compose Date

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ca. 1860

Average_duration

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3:30

'Santa Lucia' is a traditional Neapolitan song that was composed by Teodoro Cottrau in the mid-19th century. The song is named after Saint Lucy, a Christian martyr who is venerated in Italy. 'Santa Lucia' is a popular song that has been performed by many artists and has become a symbol of Italian culture. The song was composed in 1849 and was first published in Naples in 1850. It quickly became popular in Italy and was soon performed by many singers and musicians. The song's popularity spread beyond Italy and it was soon performed in other countries, including the United States. 'Santa Lucia' is a simple song that is composed of two verses and a chorus. The song is written in the key of F major and has a moderate tempo. The melody is simple and easy to sing, which has contributed to its popularity. The first verse of the song describes the beauty of the Bay of Naples and the second verse describes the singer's longing for his homeland. The chorus of the song is a simple repetition of the phrase "Santa Lucia, Santa Lucia." The song has been arranged in many different styles and has been performed by many different artists. It has been performed as a solo piece, as a duet, and as a choral piece. The song has also been arranged for many different instruments, including the piano, guitar, and accordion. 'Santa Lucia' is a beloved song in Italy and is often performed at festivals and celebrations. The song has become a symbol of Italian culture and is often associated with the beauty and romance of Naples.

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