Adriano In Siria. Opera Drammatica Da Rappresentarsi Nel Regio Teatro Del Buon-ritiro, Festeggiandosi Il Gloriosissimo Giorno Natalizio Di ... D. Ferd

Meer over het boek

This exuberant and lyrical opera, first performed in 1734 for the Spanish court, tells the story of the Roman emperor Hadrian and his love affair with the beautiful Syrian princess Emirena. With beautiful arias, stirring choruses, and intricate ensemble scenes, as well as vivid characters and intricate plot twists, this work is a masterpiece of Baroque drama and a thrilling example of the power of music to communicate the full range of human emotions.