Composer

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Marcel Lattès

Genre

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Opera

Style

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Opera

Le Diable à Paris is an opera in three acts composed by Marcel Lattès. The opera was composed in 1919 and premiered on May 13, 1927, at the Opéra-Comique in Paris. The libretto was written by Georges Duval and Paul Fournier. The plot of the opera revolves around the devil, who comes to Paris to tempt the people and spread chaos. The devil takes on various disguises and manipulates the lives of the people he encounters. He tempts a young woman named Marguerite, who is engaged to a man named Pierre. The devil convinces Marguerite to leave Pierre and join him in his evil deeds. However, Pierre is determined to save Marguerite from the devil's clutches and embarks on a dangerous journey to find her. The first movement of the opera is set in a Parisian café, where the devil first appears and begins to sow the seeds of temptation. The second movement takes place in a garden, where the devil continues to manipulate Marguerite and Pierre. The final movement takes place in the devil's lair, where Pierre confronts the devil and saves Marguerite. The music of Le Diable à Paris is characterized by its lush orchestration and melodic themes. The opera features a large cast of characters, including a chorus and several soloists. The music is heavily influenced by French Romanticism, with lush harmonies and sweeping melodies. Le Diable à Paris was well-received by audiences and critics alike, and it remains a popular opera to this day. The opera's themes of temptation and redemption continue to resonate with audiences, and its lush music and dramatic plot make it a favorite among opera lovers.

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