L'Orfeo (SV 318) (Italian pronunciation: [lorˈfɛːo]), or La favola d'Orfeo [la ˈfaːvola dorˈfɛːo], is a late Renaissance /early Baroque favola in musica, or opera, by Claudio Monteverdi, with a libretto by …

With its unprecedented structure and expressive storytelling, L'Orfeo remains a landmark in the history of opera.

L’Orfeo (SV 318), sometimes called La favola d’Orfeo, is an early Baroque favola in musica, or opera (sometimes considered late Renaissance), by Claudio Monteverdi, with a libretto by Alessandro …

Jan 8, 2010 · With Orfeo, Monteverdi created the first opera that both survived the centuries and stuck in the repertory -- a work of music and theater that displayed a brand new sort of artistic alchemy.

May 8, 2025 · At its core, L’Orfeo is a retelling of the Greek myth of Orpheus, the musician whose voice could charm gods, spirits, and stones. But what makes Monteverdi’s version a milestone is not …

Orfeo attempts to follow her but is drawn away by an unseen force. The chorus of spirits sings that Orfeo, having overcome Hades, was in turn overcome by his passions.

Browse through all arias, ensembles and roles from the opera L' Orfeo by Claudio Monteverdi. With links to the scenes with movies and more information.