The aria is a vibrant piece from the 17th-century opera Giulio Cesare in Egitto by Antonio Sartorio . Known for its playful energy and the use of castanets, it is famously performed by French soprano Patricia Petibon on her acclaimed Italian Baroque album, Rosso . Highlights of the Performance

You can find this track on the album Rosso: Italian Baroque Arias at various music retailers.

: Sartorio's opera preceded Handel's more famous version of the same story; Handel's librettist actually followed the original text by Giacomo Francesco Bussani used for this aria.

: Petibon’s rendition is noted for its rhythmic drive, often accompanied by the Venice Baroque Orchestra under Andrea Marcon.

: The aria belongs to Cleopatra , showcasing her bewitching and manipulative charm.