Composer

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Pascual Pérez Chovi

Genre

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Chamber

Style

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Chamber Music

Average_duration

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3:29

Pepita Creus is a zarzuela composed by Pascual Pérez Chovi, a Spanish composer, and premiered on March 17, 1906, at the Teatro Apolo in Madrid. The zarzuela is divided into three acts and features a libretto by José Jackson Veyán. The first act of Pepita Creus introduces the audience to the titular character, a young woman who is in love with a man named Juan. However, Juan is in love with Pepita's sister, Rosita. The act ends with Pepita singing a beautiful aria about her unrequited love for Juan. The second act takes place at a party hosted by Rosita and her fiancé, Don Luis. Pepita attends the party and is heartbroken to see Juan and Rosita together. However, she is comforted by a group of friends who sing a lively chorus. The final act of Pepita Creus takes place at a bullfight. Juan is injured during the bullfight, and Pepita rushes to his side. In a dramatic finale, Juan realizes that he loves Pepita and the two are reunited. Pepita Creus is known for its catchy melodies and lively dance numbers. The zarzuela also features a number of beautiful arias, including Pepita's aria in the first act. The music is characterized by its use of Spanish folk melodies and rhythms, which give the zarzuela a distinctly Spanish flavor. Overall, Pepita Creus is a charming and entertaining zarzuela that showcases the talents of Pascual Pérez Chovi as a composer. Its premiere in 1906 was a great success, and it has remained a popular work in the zarzuela repertoire ever since.

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