Marilyn Horne: Handel - Serse, 'Ombra mai fu'

Marilyn Horne (born January 16, 1934, Bradford, Pennsylvania) is an American mezzo-soprano opera singer. She specialized in roles requiring a large sound, beauty of tone, excellent breath support, and the ability to execute difficult coloratura passages... http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Marilyn_... Lyrics & English Translation Tender and beautiful fronds of my beloved plane tree, Let Fate smile upon you . May thunder, lightning, and storms never bother your dear peace, Nor may you by blowing winds be profaned. Never was made A vegetable (a plant) more dear and loving or gentle. A link to this wonderful artists personal Website: http://sopranos.freeservers.com/horne... Please Enjoy! I send my kind and warm regards,