Ombra Mai Fu
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Andreas Scholl's interpretation of Händel's 'Ombra Mai Fu' with the Akademie für Alte Musik Berlin stands as one of the finest recordings of this beloved Baroque aria. Released in 1999 on Harmonia Mundi, this program showcases Scholl's extraordinary countertenor voice—an instrument of remarkable clarity and expressive depth. The aria, from Händel's opera Serse, is one of classical music's most recognizable melodies, yet Scholl and the ensemble find freshness in every phrase. The Akademie für Alte Musik's playing is period-informed without sounding mannered; the ornamentation feels organic rather than added. This isn't a single aria but a thoughtful collection allowing listeners to sit with Händel's genius for extended melody and emotional directness. Whether you know this music well or are hearing it for the first time, Scholl's voice and the ensemble's sensitivity make a compelling case for Baroque opera's continuing power.
Item Details+
| Genre | Classical |
| Style | Baroque |
| Media | Near Mint (NM or M-) |
| Sleeve | Near Mint (NM or M-) |
| Description | NM copy all around. |
| Label | Harmonia Mundi |
| Year | 1999 |
| Country | France |
| Format | CD |
Tracklist+
Admeto, Rè Di Tessaglia
Serse
Giulio Cesare In Egitto
Radamisto
Rodelinda, Regina De Langobardi
Alcina
Alexander's Feast
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