Composer

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Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart

Genre

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Vocal

Style

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Aria

Compose Date

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1791

Average_duration

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6:44

"Per questa bella mano, K. 612" is a concert aria composed by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart in 1791. It was written for the bass singer Franz Gerl, who was a close friend of Mozart. The aria was composed for a performance at the coronation of Leopold II as King of Bohemia in Prague. The aria is in the key of A major and is scored for bass voice, solo piano, and orchestra. It consists of two sections, with the first section being a recitative and the second section being an aria. The recitative is accompanied by the piano, while the aria is accompanied by the orchestra. The first section of the aria is characterized by its dramatic and declamatory style. The bass voice sings of the beauty of the hand of the woman he loves, and how he would give up everything he has for it. The piano provides a simple accompaniment, emphasizing the bass voice's words. The second section of the aria is more lyrical and melodic. The bass voice sings of his love for the woman, and how he would do anything to be with her. The orchestra provides a rich and lush accompaniment, with strings and woodwinds providing a warm and romantic atmosphere. Overall, "Per questa bella mano, K. 612" is a beautiful and expressive piece of music, showcasing Mozart's skill as a composer and his ability to write for the voice. It is a testament to his friendship with Franz Gerl, and to his love of music and the human voice.

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