Composer

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Carl Michael Ziehrer

Genre

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Opera

Style

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Opera

First Performance

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1888

Ein Deutschmeister is an operetta composed by Carl Michael Ziehrer, a prominent Austrian composer of the late 19th century. The operetta was first performed in Vienna on October 15, 1894, and quickly became one of Ziehrer's most popular works. The plot of Ein Deutschmeister revolves around the character of Franzl, a young man who dreams of becoming a member of the prestigious Deutschmeister regiment. Despite his lack of military training, Franzl manages to join the regiment and quickly rises through the ranks, earning the respect and admiration of his fellow soldiers. Along the way, Franzl falls in love with a beautiful young woman named Marie, who is the daughter of a wealthy merchant. Despite the social barriers between them, Franzl and Marie are determined to be together, and they eventually marry in a joyous finale. The music of Ein Deutschmeister is characterized by its lively, upbeat melodies and catchy dance rhythms. Ziehrer was known for his skill in composing waltzes, and this operetta features several memorable examples of his work, including the famous "Deutschmeister-Regimentsmarsch." Ein Deutschmeister was part of a larger movement in Austrian music known as the "Wiener Operette," which emerged in the late 19th century as a popular form of light entertainment. This genre was characterized by its emphasis on melody, dance, and humor, and it quickly became a staple of Viennese cultural life. Despite its popularity, Ein Deutschmeister has not been performed as frequently in recent years, and it is now considered a somewhat obscure work in the operetta repertoire. However, its lively music and charming story continue to delight audiences who are lucky enough to experience it.

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