Composer

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Franz Lehár

Genre

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Opera

Style

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Operetta

First Performance

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1904

Movement_count

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18

Movement ....

"Der Göttergatte" is an operetta composed by Franz Lehár, with a libretto by Alfred Maria Willner and Robert Bodanzky. The operetta premiered on October 23, 1904, at the Theater an der Wien in Vienna, Austria. The plot of "Der Göttergatte" revolves around the character of Baron Georg von Wolkersheim, a wealthy and handsome man who is adored by women. However, he is also a notorious womanizer who has no intention of settling down. One day, he meets a beautiful and virtuous young woman named Helene, and he falls in love with her. Helene is initially hesitant to get involved with Georg, but she eventually agrees to marry him. After their marriage, Georg's reputation as a womanizer continues to haunt him, and Helene becomes increasingly jealous and suspicious. She hires a private detective to follow Georg and catch him in the act of cheating. However, the detective discovers that Georg is actually a faithful husband and that his reputation as a womanizer is unfounded. The premiere of "Der Göttergatte" was a great success, and the operetta went on to become one of Lehár's most popular works. The music is characterized by Lehár's signature blend of Viennese waltzes, operatic arias, and catchy melodies. The operetta is divided into three acts, each of which features a number of memorable musical numbers. The first act includes the famous duet "Mein Liebeslied muss ein Walzer sein" ("My Love Song Must Be a Waltz"), which is sung by Georg and Helene. The second act features the lively ensemble number "Wir sind die drei von der Tankstelle" ("We Are the Three from the Gas Station"), which is sung by Georg and his two friends. The third act includes the beautiful aria "Immer nur lächeln" ("Always Just Smile"), which is sung by Helene. Overall, "Der Göttergatte" is a charming and entertaining operetta that showcases Lehár's talent for creating memorable melodies and catchy tunes. Its enduring popularity is a testament to its timeless appeal and the enduring popularity of Viennese operetta.

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