Largo

Ombra mai fù is one of the most famous arias from Serse; it is also known as Handel’s Largo (celebrated for its wonderful tune). The aria is sung by Serse, who talks of his love for the beautiful tree in his palace garden. Placed immediately after the overture, this aria is unrelated to the overall story line. The greatness of the music lies in its utter simplicity, its attractive melodic line and in its stunningly expressive sonority. Part 1 Fl Ob Bb/Eb Clar S Sax Tpt Part 2 Fl Cor Ang Bb Clar Eb Clar A Sax Tpt Hn Part 3 Eb Clar T Sax Bsn Hn Trom Euph Part 4 T Sax Bsn Trom Euph Part 5 Bass Clar Bari Sax Bsn Trom Euph Tuba ContBsn