Composer

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Carl Millöcker

Genre

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Opera

Style

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Operetta

Compose Date

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1884

Average_duration

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64:14

Gasparone is an operetta composed by Carl Millöcker, with a libretto by Friedrich Zell and Richard Genée. The operetta was first performed on 11 January 1884 at the Carltheater in Vienna, Austria. The plot of Gasparone revolves around the character of Gasparone, a notorious bandit who is feared by the people of a small Italian village. However, Gasparone is not just a bandit, but also a romantic hero who has fallen in love with the beautiful Contessa Carlotta. The operetta is set in the 18th century and features a number of lively and entertaining musical numbers, including waltzes, polkas, and marches. The music is characterized by its catchy melodies and lively rhythms, which are typical of the Viennese operetta tradition. The first movement of Gasparone introduces the character of Gasparone and his band of robbers, who are planning their next heist. The second movement introduces the character of Contessa Carlotta, who is traveling through the village with her entourage. Gasparone sees her and falls in love with her at first sight. The third movement features a lively dance scene, in which the villagers celebrate the upcoming wedding of the local innkeeper. Gasparone and his band of robbers crash the party, and Gasparone uses the opportunity to try to win over Contessa Carlotta. The fourth movement features a romantic duet between Gasparone and Contessa Carlotta, in which they express their love for each other. The fifth movement features a comic scene in which Gasparone and his band of robbers are caught by the local authorities and put on trial. The final movement features a dramatic confrontation between Gasparone and the authorities, in which Gasparone is able to clear his name and win the heart of Contessa Carlotta. The operetta ends with a lively and celebratory finale, in which the villagers and Gasparone's band of robbers come together to celebrate the happy ending. Overall, Gasparone is a lively and entertaining operetta that showcases the talents of Carl Millöcker as a composer. Its catchy melodies and lively rhythms have made it a popular work in the Viennese operetta tradition, and it continues to be performed and enjoyed by audiences around the world.

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