Composer

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Ferenc Erkel

Genre

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Opera

Style

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Opera

'Dózsa György' is an opera composed by Ferenc Erkel, a Hungarian composer, pianist, and conductor. The opera was composed in 1867 and premiered on 26 February 1867 at the Hungarian State Opera House in Budapest. The libretto was written by Béni Egressy, a Hungarian poet and playwright. The opera is based on the life of Dózsa György, a Hungarian nobleman who led a peasant revolt against the ruling class in the early 16th century. The plot revolves around Dózsa's rise to power, his struggle against the nobility, and his eventual downfall. The opera is divided into three acts, each with its own distinct movements. The first act introduces the main characters and sets the stage for the conflict between the peasants and the nobility. The second act focuses on Dózsa's rise to power and his attempts to unite the peasants against the nobility. The third act depicts Dózsa's downfall and his eventual execution. The music of 'Dózsa György' is characterized by its use of Hungarian folk melodies and rhythms. Erkel was a pioneer of Hungarian national music and his use of folk elements in his compositions helped to establish a distinct Hungarian musical identity. The opera was well-received by audiences and critics alike and helped to establish Erkel as one of Hungary's most important composers. Today, 'Dózsa György' is considered a masterpiece of Hungarian opera and is still performed regularly in Hungary and other countries.

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