Libiamo ne' lieti calici

"Libiamo ne' lieti calici" (Italian pronunciation: [liˈbjaːmo nɛ ˈljɛːti ˈkaːlitʃi]; "Let's drink from the joyful cups") is a famous duet with chorus from Verdi's La traviata, one of the best-known opera melodies and a popular performance choice (as is this opera itself) for many great tenors. The song is a brindisi, a lively song that encourages the drinking of wine or other alcoholic beverages.

The duet is performed in the first act of the opera, during a late-night party at Violetta Valéry's house. It is sung by Violetta and Alfredo Germont, a young man who is in love with her. Alfredo is convinced by his friend Gastone and by Violetta to show off his voice. He begins this drinking song, later joined by Violetta and the rest of the company.

The words were written by Francesco Maria Piave.

Coro

Violetta

Coro

Violetta

Alfredo

Violetta

Alfredo

Tutti

Chorus

Violetta

Chorus

Violetta

Alfredo

Violetta

Alfredo

All

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