La Passeggiata
Staff Notation • Secular, Partsongs
2 editions of this piece
Different typesettings and voicings of the same work. This page shows the main edition; the others are below.
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La Passeggiata by Gioachino Rossini — Lyrics
About La Passeggiata
La Passeggiata paints a charming scene of a leisurely boat trip on a serene lagoon. Initially, the text expresses delight in the clear skies and calm waters, with love as the guide, speaking to the elements. However, a sudden shift in weather brings a moment of alarm as the wind whistles and the lagoon becomes choppy. This fleeting fear is quickly dispelled as the moon appears, revealing the earlier trepidation to have been unfounded. The mood returns to one of joy and celebration, inviting a return to singing and enjoying the beauty of the surroundings. This secular Italian part-song for SATB voices captures this delightful emotional journey.