Composer

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Sebastián Durón

Genre

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Vocal

Style

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Vocal Music

"El impossible mayor en amor le venze Amor" is a zarzuela, a Spanish form of musical theater, composed by Sebastián Durón. It premiered in Madrid in 1704, during the Baroque period. The zarzuela consists of three acts and is based on a libretto by José de Cañizares. The first act opens with a chorus of nymphs and shepherds singing about the power of love. The main character, Don Juan, enters and sings a lament about his unrequited love for the beautiful Rosaura. He is interrupted by the arrival of Rosaura's father, who forbids him from seeing her. Don Juan is undeterred and vows to win Rosaura's love. In the second act, Don Juan disguises himself as a shepherd and enters Rosaura's garden. He sings a love song to her, but she rejects him. Don Juan then reveals his true identity and declares his love for her once again. Rosaura is torn between her love for Don Juan and her duty to obey her father. The third act features a comic subplot involving two servants who are in love. Don Juan and Rosaura's father engage in a sword fight, but are interrupted by the arrival of the King, who pardons Don Juan and allows him to marry Rosaura. Durón's music for "El impossible mayor en amor le venze Amor" is characterized by its use of Spanish folk melodies and dance rhythms, as well as its elaborate vocal ornamentation. The zarzuela also features a variety of instrumental accompaniment, including guitars, harpsichords, and percussion. Overall, "El impossible mayor en amor le venze Amor" is a classic example of the zarzuela genre, combining elements of drama, comedy, and music to tell a story of love and redemption.

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