Claudio Monteverdi (1567–1643)
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Claudio Monteverdi (1567–1643)
1. What do we need to know about this composer?
Possible answers . . .
- Monteverdi’s operas are the earliest composed operas still performed today.
2. Name a song composition by this composer.
Possible answers . . .
Lamento d’Ariana (lasciatemi morire)
Con che soavita labra odorate
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This selection is called: “Lamento d’Ariana (lasciatemi morire)”
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This selection is called: “Con che soavita labra odorate”
[Click here for TRANSLATION ]
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