Composer

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André-Ernest-Modeste Grétry

Genre

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Opera

Style

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Opera

Compose Date

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1778

Average_duration

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94:29

L'Amant jaloux is an opera composed by André-Ernest-Modeste Grétry, with a libretto by Jean-François Marmontel. The opera was first performed on 11 May 1778 at the Comédie-Italienne in Paris. The plot of L'Amant jaloux revolves around the character of Florival, a wealthy and jealous lover who suspects his beloved Léonore of infidelity. Léonore, however, is faithful to Florival and is only trying to help her friend Isabelle, who is being forced into a marriage with a man she does not love. Florival's jealousy leads him to spy on Léonore and ultimately to falsely accuse her of infidelity. In the end, Florival realizes his mistake and is reunited with Léonore. The opera is composed of three acts and features a number of memorable arias and ensembles. The music is characterized by Grétry's signature blend of French and Italian styles, with lively melodies and colorful orchestration. L'Amant jaloux was a popular success upon its premiere and remained in the repertoire of the Comédie-Italienne for many years. The opera was also performed in other cities throughout Europe, including Vienna and London. Today, L'Amant jaloux is considered one of Grétry's most important works and is still occasionally performed. Its enduring popularity is a testament to the composer's skill in crafting engaging and memorable music, as well as to the timeless appeal of its story of love, jealousy, and redemption.

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