Composer

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Adolphe Adam

Genre

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Vocal

Style

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Vocal Music

Average_duration

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2:20

'Mariquita' is a ballet composed by Adolphe Adam, a French composer, in 1859. The ballet premiered at the Paris Opera on June 16, 1859, and was choreographed by Arthur Saint-Léon. The ballet consists of three acts and six scenes. The first act of 'Mariquita' takes place in a Spanish village, where the main character, Mariquita, is introduced. Mariquita is a young girl who dreams of becoming a dancer. She falls in love with a young man named Pedro, who is a bullfighter. The first act ends with a dance scene, where Mariquita and Pedro dance together. The second act takes place in a forest, where Mariquita and Pedro are lost. They encounter a group of gypsies, who invite them to their camp. The gypsies perform a dance, and Mariquita joins in. The second act ends with a pas de deux between Mariquita and Pedro. The third act takes place in a bullring, where Pedro is set to fight a bull. Mariquita is in the audience, watching the fight. Pedro is injured during the fight, and Mariquita rushes to his side. The ballet ends with a grand finale, where Mariquita and Pedro dance together. 'Mariquita' is known for its lively and colorful music, which is inspired by Spanish folk music. The ballet also features intricate choreography, which showcases the dancers' technical skills. The ballet's themes of love, passion, and adventure have made it a popular choice for ballet companies around the world.

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