Composer

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Oskar Nedbal

Genre

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Opera

Compose Date

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1916

First Performance

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February 11, 1916

Average_duration

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01:31:34

Die Winzerbraut is an opera in three acts composed by Oskar Nedbal. The opera was composed in 1908 and premiered on 28th November 1908 at the Neues Deutsches Theater in Prague. The libretto was written by Leo Stein and Carl Lindau. The plot of Die Winzerbraut revolves around the love story of the winemaker's daughter, Marie, and the young nobleman, Franz. Marie is in love with Franz, but her father, the winemaker, disapproves of their relationship. He wants Marie to marry the wealthy wine merchant, Johann, who can help him expand his business. However, Marie is determined to marry Franz, and the two lovers plan to elope. In the first act, Marie and Franz declare their love for each other, but Marie's father forbids their relationship. Johann, the wine merchant, proposes to Marie, but she rejects him. In the second act, Marie and Franz plan to elope, but their plan is foiled by Johann, who informs Marie's father. The winemaker is furious and disowns Marie. In the third act, Marie and Franz are reunited, and they decide to get married. However, Johann and the winemaker plot to ruin their wedding. They plan to pour vinegar into the wine barrels, which will ruin the wine and the winemaker's reputation. However, Marie discovers their plan and switches the wine barrels, saving the wedding and the winemaker's reputation. Die Winzerbraut is a romantic opera with a happy ending. The music is light and cheerful, with catchy melodies and lively dance rhythms. The opera features several musical numbers, including a duet between Marie and Franz, a quartet with Marie, Franz, Johann, and the winemaker, and a lively dance scene. Overall, Die Winzerbraut is a charming and entertaining opera that showcases Nedbal's talent for composing light and cheerful music. The opera premiered to critical acclaim and has remained popular with audiences ever since.

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