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Così Fan Tutte
Così Fan Tutte, K. 588, is an opera buffa composed by Mozart in 1790, with a libretto by Lorenzo Da Ponte. The title, which translates to "Thus Do They All," refers to the opera’s exploration of fidelity and human nature through the story of two sisters, Fiordiligi and Dorabella, and their fiancés, Guglielmo and Ferrando. The plot is set in motion by a bet made by the cynical Don Alfonso, who aims to prove that all women are fickle. Through a series of disguises and deceptions, the opera examines themes of love, trust, and the complexities of relationships. Mozart’s score is rich in lyrical beauty and intricate ensembles, with highlights including the arias "Come scoglio" and "Un’aura amorosa," and the enchanting trio "Soave sia il vento." The opera’s witty libretto, combined with Mozart’s nuanced musical characterizations, creates a work that is both entertaining and thought-provoking.Così Fan Tutte
Recording Credit Attribution
Performers Karl Böhm (Conductor)
Wiener Philharmoniker (Orchestra)
Lisa della Casa (Fiordiligi)
Christa Ludwig (Dorabella)
Erich Kunz (Guglielmo)
Anton Dermota (Ferrando)
Emmy Loose (Despina)
Paul Schöffler (Don Alfonso)Publisher Info. Decca, 1955. Copyright Source https://imslp.org/wiki/Cos%C3%AC_fan_tutte,_K.588_(Mozart,_Wolfgang_Amadeus) “ Cosi Fan Tutte” offered a thought-provoking examination of love, fidelity, and gender dynamics, set against the backdrop of Mozart's masterful composition "
