It was written for the renowned castrato Giovanni Carestini, who sang as a soprano at the beginning of his career. Here performed by Samuel Mariño, gifted with a soprano voice.
Aria “Vo solcando un mar crudele” by Leonardo Vinci
The virtuoso aria ‘Vo solcando un mar crudele’ by Leonardo Vinci was one of the most popular music pieces of the 18th century. It was a true challenge for singers, and its expressive features were the topic of in-depth analysis by contemporary composers.
