Composer

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Carl Zeller

Genre

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Vocal

Style

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Vocal Music

Average_duration

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3:33

"Wie mein Ahn'l zwanzig Jahr" is a popular operetta composed by Carl Zeller. It premiered on January 4, 1894, at the Carltheater in Vienna, Austria. The operetta is divided into three acts and features a libretto by Moritz West and Ludwig Held. The first act of the operetta introduces the audience to the main character, Leopold Maria von Henning, who is a young man living in Vienna. He is the last surviving member of his family and is about to inherit a large fortune. However, he is not interested in the money and instead wants to find true love. He meets a young woman named Laura, and they fall in love. The second act takes place in a small village in the Austrian Alps. Leopold and Laura visit the village, and Leopold pretends to be a poor student to win Laura's heart. However, Laura's father, who is a wealthy businessman, disapproves of their relationship and tries to break them apart. The third act takes place back in Vienna, where Leopold's inheritance is being contested by his greedy relatives. However, with the help of his friends and Laura, Leopold is able to prove that he is the rightful heir and win the love of his life. The music of "Wie mein Ahn'l zwanzig Jahr" is characterized by its catchy melodies and lively dance numbers. The operetta features several popular songs, including "Sei nicht bös" and "Schenkt man sich Rosen in Tirol." The music is also notable for its use of traditional Austrian folk music, which adds to the operetta's charm and authenticity. Overall, "Wie mein Ahn'l zwanzig Jahr" is a delightful operetta that captures the spirit of Austria in the late 19th century. Its memorable music and charming story have made it a beloved classic of the operetta genre.

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