Rossini liked the cabaletta of Fanni's to such an extent that he reused it virtually intact in II barbiere di. |
In 19th-century bel canto operas of Bellini, Donizetti, and Verdi the term came to refer to a principal singer's opening aria, whether in one movement or paired with a contrasting cabaletta. |
The only questionable tempo is the slow one that he chooses for the cabaletta of the opera's Act Two aria. |
Fortin was up to the demands of her role as Lady Macbeth, whether in the Act I cabaletta, the banquet's brindisi or the dramatic Act IV sleepwalking scene. |
Admittedly, his stratospheric high notes in the cabaletta are not comfortable, but he gives them a good try. |
In this cabaletta we noticed a tendency to show off vocal gifts which may be just a little out of place. |