The Anvil Chorus
Music by Giuseppe Verdi
Libretto by Salvadore Cammarano
English lyrics by Beth Spencer
The "Anvil Chorus" is the English name for the Coro di Zingari, a chorus from Act 2, Scene 1 of Giuseppe Verdi's 1853 opera Il trovatore.
The chorus depicts Spanish gypsies striking their anvils at dawn – hence its English name – and singing the praises of hard work, good wine, and gypsy women. The piece is also commonly known by its opening words, "Vedi! Le fosche".
Libretto by Salvadore Cammarano
English lyrics by Beth Spencer
The "Anvil Chorus" is the English name for the Coro di Zingari, a chorus from Act 2, Scene 1 of Giuseppe Verdi's 1853 opera Il trovatore.
The chorus depicts Spanish gypsies striking their anvils at dawn – hence its English name – and singing the praises of hard work, good wine, and gypsy women. The piece is also commonly known by its opening words, "Vedi! Le fosche".
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The Anvil Chorus Composed by Giuseppe Verdi (1813-1901). Arranged by Guy Bunce. Romantic Period, Opera. Score. 9 pages. Published by Enigma Publishing (S0.730909). |
