In a message dated 9/4/02 9:09:41 PM, drama_diva_au@y... writes:
<< Another aria I was considering as well is Cleopatra's Aria
titled:
V'Adore Pupille From Guilio Ceasare
What do you think of this? >>
I think it's a stunner, but I don't really consider it a beginner's aria. It
wants a lot of breath control for long phrases, and you really should
understand Baroque ornamentation for the da capo.
However, I don't think that singing it will be harmful to you.
Thanks to Beverly Sills, Cleopatra has become identified as a coloratura
role, but I tend to think that this particular aria is best suited for a
larger voice--either a full lyric or more dramatic coloratura. That's just my
opinion, however! In general, I tend to prefer somewhat fuller voices in
Handel.
Why not take a look at Zerlina's arias (from Don Giovanni)? Or Belinda's
arias from Dido & Aneas?
Judy
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