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Bel Raggio Lusinghier (from 'Semiramide')
Staff Notation • Secular, Operas
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Bel Raggio Lusinghier (from 'Semiramide') by Gioachino Rossini — Lyrics
Coro: Serena i vaghi rai e schiuda letizia il cor.
Più dolci spiran l’aure
D’amor la voluttà.
Quest’ombre su te spargono
La calma dell’amor.
Arsace ritornò, qui a te verrà
Qui tutto spirerà
Amore e voluttà.
Semiramide: Bel raggio lusinghier di speme e di piacer
Al fin per me brillò: Arsace ritornò.
Sì, a me verrà.
Quest’alma che sinor gemé, tremò, languì,
Ah! come respirò!
Ogni mio duol sparì.
Dal cor, dal mio pensier si dileguò il terror.
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About Bel Raggio Lusinghier (from 'Semiramide')
This vibrant ensemble number for SSAA voices is a solo aria from Rossini's opera Semiramide. The Italian text expresses overwhelming joy and relief at the return of a loved one, Arsace, dispelling past sorrows and fears. The music mirrors this sentiment with bright, flowing melodic lines and effervescent harmonies. The vocal writing demands agility and precision, typical of Rossini's style, creating a dazzling effect. The interplay between the four voice parts builds to moments of triumphant exultation, capturing the profound happiness of reunited lovers and the blossoming of hope and pleasure. It's a brilliant showcase for a skilled female choir.
