5 Ready-to-Print Scores for Georg Friedrich Handel - Ombra mai fu (from Serse, HWV 40)
Composed in 1738, "Largo" (Ombra mai fu) is a serene aria from the opera "Serse", where the Persian king Xerxes praises the shade of a plane tree. Despite its fame, the tempo marking is technically "Larghetto".
"Ombra mai fu" is Handel's iconic opening aria from the opera Serse, famous for its serene melodic line and ceremonial character. Despite being labeled "Largo", it's actually marked Larghetto in the score.
"Ombra mai fu" is renowned for its tranquil and lyrical melody, often performed at ceremonial events. It is one of Handel's most iconic vocal works, celebrating the shade of a plane tree.
"Ombra Mai Fu," the opening aria from Handel’s opera Xerxes, is famed for its serene melody. Though labeled "Largo" in many arrangements, Handel’s original score prescribes "Larghetto." Its popularity stems from its lyrical beauty, often performed at weddings and solemn events.
"Ombra mai fu" is Handel's iconic aria from the opera Serse, famous for its serene melody. Though commonly called "Handel's Largo", it's technically marked "Larghetto". The piece was originally a praise to a plane tree, but later gained sacred connotations.
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