Composer

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Georges Bizet

Genre

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Opera

Style

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Opera

Compose Date

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1866

First Performance

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Dec 26, 1867

Average_duration

:

101:05

Movement_count

:

34

Movement ....

La Jolie Fille de Perth is an opera composed by Georges Bizet, with a libretto by Jules-Henri Vernoy de Saint-Georges and Jules Adenis. The opera was composed in 1866 and premiered on January 26, 1867, at the Théâtre Lyrique in Paris. The plot of the opera is set in 14th-century Scotland and revolves around the love story of Catherine Glover, the daughter of a wealthy glove-maker, and Henry Smith, a young apprentice who saves her from an attempted kidnapping. However, their love is threatened by the jealousy of the Duke of Rothsay, who also desires Catherine. The Duke plots to have Henry killed, but his plan fails, and in the end, Catherine and Henry are reunited. The opera is divided into four acts and features a variety of musical styles, including Scottish folk music, romantic arias, and lively dance numbers. The overture, which is one of Bizet's most famous works, features a Scottish melody played by the bagpipes. One of the characteristics of La Jolie Fille de Perth is its use of Scottish themes and motifs. Bizet was inspired by the works of Sir Walter Scott, and the opera features kilts, bagpipes, and Scottish dances. The opera also features a large chorus, which is used to great effect in the lively dance numbers. Despite its initial success, La Jolie Fille de Perth fell out of favor in the years following its premiere. However, it has since been rediscovered and is now considered one of Bizet's most charming and delightful works. Its lively music, colorful characters, and romantic plot make it a favorite among opera lovers.

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