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: Encouraging everyone to drink and find joy in the "joyful cups" of the night.

: March 6, 1853, at the La Fenice Opera House in Venice, Italy. verdi_la_traviata_act_1_libiamo_nelieti_calici_...

: Alfredo sings of the "warmth of love" that can be found in wine, while Violetta counters that everything in life is a joke and pleasure is the only truth. Quick Facts Composer : Giuseppe Verdi. Libretto : Francesco Maria Piave. : Encouraging everyone to drink and find joy

: It begins as a tenor solo (Alfredo), followed by a soprano solo (Violetta), and eventually builds into a full ensemble piece with the chorus joining the celebration. Key Lyrics & Meaning followed by a soprano solo (Violetta)