Ariodante – Handel

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This was the first Handel opera Amanda Holden translated for ENO. The production – a co-production with Welsh National Opera – was directed by David Alden and the first performances in 1993, starring Ann Murray, were conducted by Nicholas McGegan. The production has been revived several times – conductors have included Ivor Bolton and Harry Bicket; the title role has also been memorably sung by both Sarah Connolly and Alice Coote.

Aria – Cieca notte

ARIODANTE

Night of blindness, deceived perception,
Guileful garments, insane delusion,
All that’s good you would betray.

Foul suspicion, evil deception,
Odious friend, you wicked traitor,
All my joys you’ve snatched away.

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