Composer

:

Giacomo Meyerbeer

Genre

:

Opera

Style

:

Opera

Compose Date

:

1859

Publication Date

:

1859

First Performance

:

Apr 4, 1859

Average_duration

:

161:51

Movement_count

:

33

Movement ....

"Dinorah" is an opera composed by Giacomo Meyerbeer, with a libretto by Jules Barbier and Michel Carré. The opera was composed in 1859 and premiered on April 4, 1859, at the Opéra-Comique in Paris. The plot of "Dinorah" revolves around a young woman named Dinorah, who lives in a small village in Brittany. She is in love with a young man named Hoël, but he has left the village to search for a treasure that is said to be hidden in the nearby mountains. Dinorah is heartbroken and becomes increasingly desperate to find Hoël. One day, Dinorah discovers a magical horn that is said to have the power to summon spirits. She blows the horn and is transported to a magical world where she meets a group of mischievous fairies. The fairies promise to help Dinorah find Hoël if she can complete a series of tasks for them. Dinorah agrees to the fairies' terms and sets out on a series of adventures. Along the way, she encounters a group of hunters who are also searching for the treasure. Dinorah and the hunters become embroiled in a series of comical mishaps and misunderstandings. Eventually, Dinorah finds Hoël and the treasure, but she realizes that her love for him is more important than any material wealth. The opera ends with Dinorah and Hoël reunited and the fairies celebrating their victory. "Dinorah" is known for its lively and colorful music, which features a mix of French and Breton folk melodies. The opera is also notable for its use of innovative stage effects, including a simulated thunderstorm and a magical transformation scene. The opera is divided into three acts and features a number of memorable arias and ensembles. The most famous aria from the opera is "Ombre légère," which is sung by Dinorah in the second act. Overall, "Dinorah" is a charming and whimsical opera that showcases Meyerbeer's skill as a composer and storyteller. Despite its initial success, the opera fell out of favor in the 20th century and is now rarely performed. However, it remains a beloved work among fans of French opera and is a testament to Meyerbeer's enduring legacy.

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