The Coro di Zingari (Italian for "Gypsy chorus"), [1] known in English as the " Anvil Chorus ", is a chorus from act 2, scene 1 of Giuseppe Verdi 's 1853 opera Il trovatore.

Even for those who have never set foot in an opera house, Verdi's 'Anvil Chorus' is likely to be a familiar tune. Its rousing melody and rhythmic percussion - including, frequently,...

Anvil Chorus Lyrics The most famous part of the opera is this number that begins Act 2, when the Spanish Romani hammer on their anvils in rhythm while singing about the joys of hard work and...

Use the embedded audio, video, and interactive sheet music on this page to teach, sing, and play “Anvil Chorus” from Il trovatore. Then, use the classroom activities to explore how the orchestra rocks …

See how the darkness of night is lifting. To work! Ready, hammer! Who cheers up the gypsy’s days? The gypsy lady! Oh look, look! A sun’s ray shines brighter in. my/your glass! Who cheers up the …

Jan 20, 2023 · What is the 'Anvil Chorus'? The 'Anvil Chorus' is the English translation of the Coro di Zingari chorus which is sung in act 2, scene 1 of Giuseppe Verdi 's 1853 opera Il trovatore.

Anvil Chorus from Part II of Verdi's "Il Trovatore." Met Opera Orchestra and Chorus. Conductor: Marco Armiliato. Production: David McVicar (2009). Clip taken from the 2011 Live in HD transmission.

The Anvil Chorus from the Metropolitan Opera's production of Verdi's Il Trovatore

Jan 3, 2026 · The Anvil Chorus is the English name for the Coro di Zingari (Gypsy Chorus), a chorus from act 2, scene 1 of Giuseppe Verdi's 1853 opera Il trovatore. It depicts Spanish Gypsies striking …

Mar 6, 2024 · Anvil chorus : (Trovatore). by Verdi, Giuseppe, 1813-1901.; Bissell, T. (Thomas). Arranger.; Ditson, Oliver, 1811-1888, publisher.