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Atalanta

Atalanta

9.9
An opera by Handel first performed in 1736
  • proper noun
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  • Many music lovers consider Atalanta to be one of Handel's most charming operas.

Examples

  • The orchestra opened the festival with a striking performance of Atalanta by Handel.

  • Tickets for the new production of Atalanta sold out within hours.

  • The opera Atalanta showcases Handel's brilliant composition style.

  • Have you ever seen the performance of Atalanta?

  • The orchestra opened the festival with a striking performance of Atalanta by Handel.

  • Many music lovers consider Atalanta to be one of Handel's most charming operas.

  • The opera Atalanta showcases Handel's brilliant composition style.

Compounds

Vanessa atalanta
  • Specialized
8.7

A butterfly with black wings and red and white bands called the red admiral

Surface Forms

Atalanta main

Etymology

Atalanta is the title of a Handel opera named for the Greek heroine, and the work celebrates her 'speed' and adventures from the old stories.