Composer

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Moisés Simóns

Genre

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Vocal

Style

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Vocal Music

Average_duration

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3:13

Marta is a zarzuela, a Spanish musical genre that combines spoken dialogue, singing, and dancing. It was composed by Moisés Simóns and premiered on February 21, 1914, at the Teatro Apolo in Madrid. The zarzuela tells the story of Marta, a young woman who works as a maid in the house of a wealthy family. She falls in love with a young man named Pedro, who is also a servant in the same house. However, their love is forbidden by the social norms of the time, and they must overcome many obstacles to be together. The zarzuela consists of three acts, each with several musical numbers. The first act introduces the characters and sets up the conflict between Marta and Pedro's love and the social norms that prevent them from being together. The second act features a series of comic scenes and musical numbers, including a lively dance number performed by the servants at a party. The third act brings the story to a dramatic conclusion, as Marta and Pedro's love is finally recognized and they are able to be together. One of the characteristics of Marta is its use of traditional Spanish musical forms, such as the jota and the seguidilla, which are woven into the score alongside more modern musical styles. The zarzuela also features a strong emphasis on dance, with several lively dance numbers performed by the cast. Overall, Marta is a classic example of the zarzuela genre, with its combination of spoken dialogue, singing, and dancing, and its focus on the lives and loves of ordinary people. Its enduring popularity has made it one of the most beloved works in the Spanish musical canon.

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