Composer

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Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart

Genre

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Opera

Style

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Opera

Compose Date

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1779 - 1780

'Die verstellte Gärtnerin' is an opera buffa in two acts composed by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart in 1783. The libretto was written by Johann Baptist von Alxinger and is based on a French play by Pierre-Augustin Caron de Beaumarchais. The opera premiered on May 13, 1783, at the Burgtheater in Vienna. The plot of the opera revolves around the character of Sandrina, a gardener who is actually a noblewoman in disguise. She is in love with the Count Belfiore, who is engaged to Arminda. Arminda is in love with the servant Ramiro, who is in love with Sandrina. The plot thickens when the Marquis, who is in love with Arminda, arrives on the scene and tries to win her over. The first act of the opera is set in the garden of the Count's estate, where Sandrina works as a gardener. The Count and Arminda arrive, and Sandrina is immediately smitten with the Count. Ramiro also arrives and tries to woo Sandrina, but she rebuffs him. The Marquis arrives and tries to win over Arminda, but she is not interested. The act ends with the Count and Arminda leaving, and Sandrina revealing her true identity to Ramiro. The second act takes place in the Count's house, where Arminda is preparing for her wedding. Sandrina arrives and tries to convince the Count to marry her instead of Arminda. The Marquis also arrives and tries to win over Arminda again. Ramiro and Arminda confess their love for each other, and the Count finally realizes that he loves Sandrina. The opera ends with the Count and Sandrina getting married, and everyone else finding happiness with their respective partners. The music of 'Die verstellte Gärtnerin' is typical of Mozart's operas, with lively and catchy melodies, intricate vocal lines, and witty dialogue. The opera features several memorable arias, including Sandrina's "Una donna a quindici anni" and the Count's "Se vuol ballare". The opera also includes several ensemble numbers, such as the quartet "Non so più cosa son" and the finale "Ah, tutti contenti". Overall, 'Die verstellte Gärtnerin' is a charming and entertaining opera that showcases Mozart's talent for composing light-hearted and humorous works. Its premiere was well-received, and it remains a popular work in the operatic repertoire to this day.

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