Composer

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Robert Stolz

Genre

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Opera

Style

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Opera

Die Tanzgräfin is an operetta composed by Robert Stolz, with a libretto by Rudolf Schanzer and Ernst Welisch. The operetta premiered on December 23, 1912, at the Carltheater in Vienna, Austria. The plot of Die Tanzgräfin revolves around the character of Countess Maritza, who is known as the "Dancing Countess" due to her love for dancing. She is a wealthy and beautiful woman who lives in a castle in Hungary. The story begins with the arrival of a young man named Baron Koloman Zsupán, who is in search of a wife. He is immediately smitten with the Countess and tries to win her heart. However, the Countess is not interested in marrying anyone, as she is still in love with her former dance partner, Tassilo Endrödy-Wittenburg. Tassilo, who is now a poor landowner, arrives at the castle disguised as a gypsy violinist. He hopes to win back the Countess's love and also to find a way to pay off his debts. As the story progresses, there are many misunderstandings and complications, including mistaken identities and romantic entanglements. Eventually, Tassilo's true identity is revealed, and he and the Countess are reunited. Baron Zsupán also finds love with the Countess's cousin, Lisa. The music of Die Tanzgräfin is characterized by its catchy melodies and lively dance rhythms. The operetta includes several popular songs, including "Komm, Zigan", "Grüß mir mein Wien", and "Sag ja, mein Lieb, sag ja". Die Tanzgräfin was a huge success when it premiered in Vienna, and it quickly became popular throughout Europe. The operetta has been performed in many different languages and has been adapted for film and television. Its enduring popularity is a testament to the timeless appeal of its music and its charming story of love and romance.

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