Composer

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Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart

Genre

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Opera

Style

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Opera

Compose Date

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1787

Average_duration

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156:10

Movement_count

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27

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Don Giovanni, opera K. 527, is a two-act opera composed by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart in 1787. The libretto was written by Lorenzo Da Ponte, and the opera premiered on October 29, 1787, at the Estates Theatre in Prague. The plot of Don Giovanni revolves around the legendary seducer Don Giovanni, who is known for his numerous conquests of women. The opera begins with Don Giovanni attempting to seduce Donna Anna, the daughter of the Commendatore. However, his attempt is thwarted when the Commendatore intervenes, and Don Giovanni kills him in a duel. Don Giovanni then moves on to seduce Donna Elvira, a former lover who is seeking revenge. He also attempts to seduce Zerlina, a peasant girl who is about to marry Masetto. However, Don Giovanni's plans are once again foiled when Donna Anna, Donna Elvira, and Masetto confront him. In the final scene, the statue of the Commendatore comes to life and confronts Don Giovanni, giving him one last chance to repent. Don Giovanni refuses, and the statue drags him down to hell. Don Giovanni is known for its complex characters and intricate plot. The character of Don Giovanni is both charming and repulsive, and his interactions with the other characters are filled with tension and drama. The music is also notable for its use of both comic and serious elements, as well as its incorporation of popular dance forms such as the minuet and the waltz. The premiere of Don Giovanni was a great success, and the opera has since become one of Mozart's most popular works. It is often performed in opera houses around the world and has been adapted into numerous films and other works of art.

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