Composer

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Giacomo Puccini

Genre

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Opera

Style

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Opera

Compose Date

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1889

Average_duration

:

91:34

Movement_count

:

28

Movement ....

'Edgar' is an opera composed by Giacomo Puccini, which premiered on April 21, 1889, at the Teatro alla Scala in Milan. The libretto was written by Ferdinando Fontana, based on a play by Alfred de Musset. The opera was Puccini's second work, following his successful debut with 'Le Villi' in 1884. The plot of 'Edgar' revolves around the titular character, a young man torn between his love for two women, Fidelia and Tigrana. Edgar is a selfish and impulsive man who is unable to choose between the two women, leading to tragic consequences. Fidelia is a virtuous and loyal woman who loves Edgar deeply, while Tigrana is a seductive and manipulative woman who uses her beauty to control Edgar. The opera is divided into four movements, each representing a different stage in Edgar's emotional journey. The first movement introduces the characters and sets the stage for the conflict between Edgar, Fidelia, and Tigrana. The second movement focuses on Edgar's struggle to choose between the two women, while the third movement sees him succumbing to Tigrana's charms and abandoning Fidelia. The final movement sees Edgar realizing the error of his ways and sacrificing himself to save Fidelia from Tigrana's revenge. 'Edgar' is characterized by Puccini's signature style, which combines lush melodies, dramatic orchestration, and emotional intensity. The opera features several memorable arias and duets, including Fidelia's "Non piangere, mia compagna" and Tigrana's "Nel villaggio d'Edgar." Despite its initial success, 'Edgar' was later revised by Puccini and is now considered one of his lesser-known works. However, it remains an important early example of Puccini's development as a composer and offers a fascinating glimpse into his creative process.

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