Nessun dorma (Turandot)
by Giacomo Puccini
Voice (Tenor)Late RomanticAria~3 minprofessional
The iconic tenor aria from the final act of Turandot, in which Prince Calaf awaits dawn, confident that he will win the princess. The aria builds from a hushed opening to the triumphant climactic high B on "Vincerò!" Made famous worldwide by Luciano Pavarotti's performance at the 1990 FIFA World Cup, it is arguably the most recognized operatic aria in popular culture.
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Ricordi
Original publication, 1926
The original Ricordi edition, published posthumously. The definitive text completed by Franco Alfano.
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G. Schirmer
Licensed reprint, 1958
Vocal score with English and Italian text. Standard for American studios and auditions.
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