Composer

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Johann Ludwig Böhner

Genre

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Opera

Compose Date

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1810-1813

First Performance

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April 7, 1848

Average_duration

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7:47

"Der Dreiherrenstein" is an opera composed by Johann Ludwig Böhner, a German composer, in 1792. The opera premiered on October 20, 1792, at the National Theatre in Mannheim, Germany. The plot of the opera revolves around a stone called the "Dreiherrenstein," which is located at the border of three territories. The stone is believed to have magical powers, and whoever possesses it will have control over the other two territories. The first movement of the opera introduces the three rulers of the territories, who are all vying for control of the Dreiherrenstein. The second movement introduces the protagonist, a young man named Heinrich, who is in love with the daughter of one of the rulers. Heinrich is determined to find the Dreiherrenstein and use its power to win the love of his beloved. In the third movement, Heinrich sets out on a journey to find the Dreiherrenstein. Along the way, he encounters various obstacles and challenges, including a group of bandits who try to steal the stone from him. In the fourth movement, Heinrich finally reaches the Dreiherrenstein and is able to claim it for himself. The fifth movement sees Heinrich returning to the territories with the Dreiherrenstein in hand. He uses its power to win the love of his beloved and to bring peace to the three territories. However, in the final movement, Heinrich realizes that the power of the Dreiherrenstein is too great for any one person to wield, and he returns it to its rightful place at the border of the three territories. Overall, "Der Dreiherrenstein" is a classic opera that explores themes of power, love, and the dangers of greed. Böhner's music is characterized by its use of traditional German folk melodies and its dramatic, sweeping orchestration. The opera remains a popular work in the German opera canon and is frequently performed in theaters throughout Germany and beyond.

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