Composer

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Stanislaw Moniuszko

Genre

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Opera

Style

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Operetta

Average_duration

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5:09

"Jawnuta" is an opera composed by Stanislaw Moniuszko, a prominent Polish composer of the 19th century. The opera was composed in 1858 and premiered on February 13, 1860, at the Great Theatre in Vilnius, Lithuania. The plot of "Jawnuta" is set in the 16th century and revolves around the love story of Jawnuta, a young peasant girl, and Stefan, a nobleman. Jawnuta and Stefan fall in love, but their relationship is opposed by Stefan's father, who wants him to marry a wealthy noblewoman. Jawnuta is heartbroken and decides to become a nun, but Stefan convinces her to run away with him. They are caught by Stefan's father, who orders Jawnuta to be burned at the stake for her disobedience. In the end, Stefan's father realizes the error of his ways and saves Jawnuta from the fire, allowing her and Stefan to be together. The opera is divided into four acts and features arias, duets, and ensemble pieces. The music is characterized by Moniuszko's signature style, which blends elements of Polish folk music with classical opera. The score includes traditional Polish dances, such as the mazurka and polonaise, as well as lyrical melodies and dramatic choral passages. "Jawnuta" was well-received at its premiere and became one of Moniuszko's most popular operas. It was performed throughout Poland and Lithuania in the years following its premiere and has since become a staple of the Polish opera repertoire. The opera's themes of love, class conflict, and religious devotion continue to resonate with audiences today, making "Jawnuta" a timeless masterpiece of Polish opera.

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