Composer

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Robert Stolz

Genre

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Opera

Style

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Opera

Liebeskommando is an operetta composed by Robert Stolz, a renowned Austrian composer, in 1931. The plot of the operetta revolves around a group of soldiers who are sent on a mission to capture a notorious bandit, but instead, they fall in love with the bandit's daughter. The story is set in a small village in the mountains of Austria. The operetta premiered on October 10, 1931, at the Theater an der Wien in Vienna, Austria. It was an instant success and was performed over 200 times in Vienna alone. The operetta was also performed in other cities across Europe, including Berlin, Budapest, and Prague. The music of Liebeskommando is characterized by its catchy melodies, lively rhythms, and beautiful orchestration. The operetta features several memorable songs, including "Im Prater blüh'n wieder die Bäume" ("The Trees in the Prater are Blooming Again"), which became a popular hit in Austria and Germany. The movements of the operetta are divided into three acts. The first act introduces the soldiers and their mission to capture the bandit. The second act takes place in the bandit's hideout, where the soldiers fall in love with the bandit's daughter. The third act features a dramatic confrontation between the soldiers and the bandit, which ultimately leads to a happy ending. Liebeskommando is known for its lighthearted and comedic tone, as well as its romantic themes. The operetta is a classic example of the Viennese operetta tradition, which was popular in Austria and Germany during the early 20th century. It remains a beloved work of musical theater and is still performed today in various productions around the world.

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