Composer

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Antonio Martín y Coll

Genre

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Vocal

Style

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Vocal Music

Average_duration

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1:55

"El villano" is a zarzuela composed by Antonio Martín y Coll, a Spanish composer and conductor born in 1817 in Madrid. The zarzuela premiered on February 4, 1853, at the Teatro del Circo in Madrid, Spain. The zarzuela is divided into three acts and features a libretto by Francisco Camprodón. The story revolves around the character of Don Lucas, a wealthy landowner who is in love with the beautiful Rosaura. However, Rosaura is in love with a poor farmer named Juan, who is also loved by Don Lucas's daughter, Isabel. Don Lucas tries to separate Rosaura and Juan, but his plans are foiled by the cunning and resourceful villager, Elvira. The first act of "El villano" opens with a lively chorus of villagers celebrating the harvest. The music is characterized by its use of traditional Spanish rhythms and melodies, including the fandango and the seguidilla. The second act features a romantic duet between Rosaura and Juan, as well as a comic trio between Don Lucas, Isabel, and Elvira. The final act includes a dramatic confrontation between Don Lucas and Elvira, as well as a joyful finale in which Rosaura and Juan are reunited. Overall, "El villano" is a prime example of the zarzuela genre, which combines spoken dialogue with musical numbers. The music is characterized by its use of traditional Spanish rhythms and melodies, as well as its incorporation of popular dance forms. The zarzuela was immensely popular in Spain during the 19th and early 20th centuries, and "El villano" remains a beloved work in the genre.

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