Marechiare

Francesco Paolo Tosti
1885
Duration: 4'

 

"Marechiare" is a famous Neapolitan song composed by Francesco Paolo Tosti, with lyrics by Salvatore Di Giacomo. Composed in 1885, the song is a tribute to the beauty of the small fishing village of Marechiare, near Naples. The music of "Marechiare" is characterized by its lively melody and passionate mood, typical of Neapolitan songs of the time. The lyrics describe the picturesque scenery of Marechiare and a longing for love. "Marechiare" is an excellent example of Tosti's ability to express profound emotions with musical elegance.

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