Composer

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Robert Stolz

Genre

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Vocal

Style

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Vocal Music

Average_duration

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3:24

"Salome" is an operetta composed by Robert Stolz, a prominent Austrian composer and conductor. The operetta premiered on August 9, 1910, at the Carltheater in Vienna, Austria. It is based on the biblical story of Salome, the daughter of Herodias, who danced for King Herod and requested the head of John the Baptist as a reward. The operetta consists of three acts and is known for its catchy melodies and lively dance numbers. The first act takes place in the palace of King Herod, where Salome is introduced as a beautiful and seductive young woman. The second act features the famous "Dance of the Seven Veils," in which Salome dances for King Herod in exchange for the head of John the Baptist. The third act concludes with Salome's realization of the consequences of her actions and her eventual downfall. Stolz's music for "Salome" is characterized by its use of waltzes, polkas, and other traditional Viennese dance forms. The operetta also features a number of memorable songs, including "Ich bin Salome" ("I am Salome"), "Mein Herr, was dächten Sie von mir?" ("My Lord, what do you think of me?"), and "Ich bin eine anständige Frau" ("I am a decent woman"). Overall, "Salome" is a lively and entertaining operetta that showcases Stolz's talent for composing catchy melodies and incorporating traditional Viennese dance forms into his music. Its premiere in 1910 was a great success, and it has since become a beloved classic of the operetta repertoire.

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