Composer

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Camille Saint-Saëns

Genre

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Ballet

Style

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Ballet

Compose Date

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1896

Average_duration

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40:15

Movement_count

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31

Movement ....

Javotte is a ballet composed by Camille Saint-Saëns in 1896. The plot of the ballet revolves around a young girl named Javotte who is in love with a man named Jean. However, Jean is in love with another woman named Rosette. Javotte is heartbroken and decides to take revenge on Rosette by using magic. She seeks the help of a witch who gives her a potion that will make Jean fall in love with her. Javotte uses the potion on Jean, but it backfires and he falls in love with Rosette even more. The ballet is divided into three movements. The first movement is called "The Village" and sets the scene for the story. The second movement is called "The Witch's Lair" and is where Javotte seeks the help of the witch. The third movement is called "The Wedding" and is where the story reaches its climax. The music of Javotte is characterized by Saint-Saëns' use of folk melodies and rhythms. The ballet is also notable for its use of percussion instruments, including the tambourine and castanets. Javotte premiered on June 4, 1896, at the Opéra-Comique in Paris. The ballet was choreographed by Marius Petipa, who was known for his work with the Imperial Ballet in St. Petersburg. The lead role of Javotte was danced by the famous ballerina, Carlotta Zambelli. Despite its initial success, Javotte has not remained in the repertoire of ballet companies. However, the music of the ballet has been used in other works, including the ballet La Fille mal gardée by Frederick Ashton. Overall, Javotte is a charming and whimsical ballet that showcases Saint-Saëns' talent for creating memorable melodies and rhythms. While it may not be as well-known as some of his other works, it remains a delightful piece of music that is worth exploring.

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