Composer

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Eugen d'Albert

Genre

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Opera

Style

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Opera

Compose Date

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1898

Average_duration

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46:26

Die Abreise is an opera composed by Eugen d'Albert, a German composer, pianist, and conductor. The opera was composed in 1913 and premiered on November 20, 1914, at the Royal Opera House in Dresden, Germany. The libretto was written by Max Halbe, a German playwright, and novelist. The plot of Die Abreise revolves around the character of Count Peter, a wealthy aristocrat who is about to embark on a journey to South America. He is accompanied by his wife, Countess Helene, and his friend, Baron von Steiner. However, before they depart, Count Peter receives a letter from his former lover, the singer Lisa, who begs him to see her one last time. Count Peter agrees to meet Lisa, but his wife Helene becomes suspicious and follows him to Lisa's apartment. There, she discovers that Count Peter and Lisa had a child together, and she is devastated. The opera is divided into three movements. The first movement is set in Count Peter's home, where he receives the letter from Lisa and decides to meet her. The second movement takes place in Lisa's apartment, where Count Peter and Helene confront each other and the truth about their relationship is revealed. The final movement is set on the ship that is taking Count Peter and his companions to South America. Count Peter is consumed with guilt and regret, and he ultimately decides to jump overboard and end his life. Die Abreise is characterized by its lush, romantic score, which features soaring melodies and rich harmonies. The opera is also notable for its psychological depth, as it explores the complex emotions and motivations of its characters. The themes of love, betrayal, and redemption are central to the opera, and they are explored with great sensitivity and nuance. Overall, Die Abreise is a powerful and moving work that showcases d'Albert's skill as a composer and his ability to create complex, multi-dimensional characters. Its premiere was a great success, and it remains a beloved work of the German operatic repertoire.

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