O mio babbino caro – Puccini【Violin & piano】｜Eimi Wakui
“O mio babbino caro” (O My Dear Father) is a famous aria sung by the soprano in the first act of Giacomo Puccini’s opera Gianni Schicchi, which premiered in 1918. The aria is sung by Lauretta at a tense moment, when the conflict between her father, Schicchi, and the family of the young man she loves is on the verge of tearing them apart. In this aria, Lauretta pleads with her father to approve of her marriage, expressing deep emotion and strong affection.
This short aria is written in the key of A-flat major, in 6/8 time, and consists of 32 measures, lasting about three minutes. The music features a soft, flowing melody that delicately portrays Lauretta’s feelings. Particularly, the high notes emphasize her sadness and passion, with the accompaniment supporting and enhancing her emotional expression.
The combination of simple lyrics and beautiful melody resonates deeply with the audience. In the lyrics, Lauretta sings, “Father, please, I love that man,” pouring out her heart’s intense emotions and inner conflict, even to the point of saying she would die if her love cannot be realized, leaving a lasting impression on the listeners. This aria is one of the most touching and widely recognized parts of Gianni Schicchi, and it is beloved even by those who are not familiar with opera.
Enjoy Puccini’s beautiful and emotional music expressing her feelings, this time performed on violin and piano.
Piano: Alexey Sychev
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