Composer

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Giacomo Meyerbeer

Genre

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Opera

Style

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Opera

Compose Date

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1824 - 1825

Publication Date

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1824

Average_duration

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283:06

"Il Crociato in Egitto" is an opera composed by Giacomo Meyerbeer, with a libretto by Gaetano Rossi. The opera was first performed on March 7, 1824, at the Teatro La Fenice in Venice, Italy. It is a four-act opera that tells the story of a Christian knight, Armando, who falls in love with a Muslim princess, Palmide, during the Crusades in Egypt. The plot of the opera revolves around the conflict between the Christian and Muslim armies during the Crusades. Armando, a Christian knight, is captured by the Muslim army and brought before the Muslim leader, Aladino. Armando is surprised to find that Aladino's daughter, Palmide, is the woman he has been dreaming of. Despite their religious differences, Armando and Palmide fall in love. The opera is divided into four acts, each with its own distinct movements. The first act introduces the main characters and sets the stage for the conflict between the Christian and Muslim armies. The second act focuses on the love story between Armando and Palmide, as they struggle to reconcile their religious differences. The third act sees the Christian army defeated and Armando captured by the Muslim army. The final act sees Armando and Palmide reunited, as they are able to overcome the obstacles that stand in the way of their love. "Il Crociato in Egitto" is known for its beautiful melodies and intricate orchestration. Meyerbeer's use of exotic instruments, such as the tambourine and the triangle, adds to the opera's Middle Eastern flavor. The opera also features several memorable arias, including Palmide's "Ah! non turbar" and Armando's "D'un cor che muore." Overall, "Il Crociato in Egitto" is a powerful opera that explores themes of love, religion, and war. Its premiere in 1824 was a great success, and it remains a popular opera to this day.

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