Nadine Sierra brought Paris to a standstill with her breathtaking performance of Giacomo Puccini’s “O mio babbino caro.” With her sweet soprano voice and superb vocal technique, Sierra not only brought Lauretta’s passionate love to life, but also lit up the magnificent scene under the lights of the Eiffel Tower. In a perfect harmony of her melodious voice, graceful orchestra and magnificent Paris, this performance was not just music but a love song dedicated to art and endless emotions.
Nadine Sierra and Her Performance of “O mio babbino caro” at Le Concert de Paris 2017: A Sweet Song
On the occasion of Bastille Day 2017, Le Concert de Paris presented the audience with an impressive concert, where classical music resounded amidst the vibrant and majestic atmosphere of the capital city of Paris. One of the most memorable moments of the night was the wonderful performance of soprano Nadine Sierra with the aria “O mio babbino caro” from Giacomo Puccini’s opera Gianni Schicchi.
With her sweet, technical and expressive soprano voice, Nadine Sierra brought to life the love and longing of a girl in “O mio babbino caro”, one of Puccini’s most famous arias. Written for the character Lauretta, this aria is a young girl’s plea for her father’s approval to marry the man she loves. Lauretta’s sincere, sweet and romantic feelings were conveyed brilliantly by Nadine Sierra, leaving the audience moved.
With excellent control of vocal technique, Sierra performed the high notes easily and naturally, while conveying deep emotions through each word. From warm low notes to clear high notes, she created a musical space filled with love and passion, making the audience feel drawn into the romantic and touching story of the character Lauretta.
The symphony orchestra in Le Concert de Paris also contributed significantly to the success of the performance, with smooth, strong and flexible sounds, creating a solid foundation for Sierra’s voice to shine. The majestic scene of Paris at night, with the sparkling lights from famous structures like the Eiffel Tower, further highlighted the beauty of the music and that melodious voice.
