Là ci darem la mano

song by Mozart

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"Là ci darem la mano" is a duet from Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart's opera Don Giovanni. The opera, with a libretto by Lorenzo da Ponte, premiered in Prague in 1787. It tells the story of the notorious libertine Don Juan and his eventual descent into hell.

The duet "Là ci darem la mano" occurs in Act I between Don Giovanni and Zerlina. As Don Giovanni attempts to seduce Zerlina, they sing this duet, which musically reflects their growing "emotional unity" as Zerlina is won over by his advances. The opera itself is known for its dramatic musicality, with Mozart using music to underscore the action and characters' emotions.1

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…in the well-known duet “Là ci darem la mano” in Act I. As the duet begins, Giovanni and his prey have alternate verses, but, as the conquest ensues, they begin to blend in harmony, the music reflecting their emotional unity.
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…in the well-known duet “Là ci darem la mano” in Act I. As the duet begins, Giovanni and his prey have alternate verses, but, as the conquest ensues, they begin to blend in harmony, the music reflecting their emotional unity.
Read More