Composer

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Franz Joseph Haydn

Genre

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Opera

Style

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Opera

Compose Date

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1779

Average_duration

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89:04

Movement_count

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14

Movement ....

"L'isola disabitata" is an opera composed by Franz Joseph Haydn in 1779. The plot revolves around two sisters, Costanza and Silvia, who have been stranded on a deserted island for 13 years. They were abandoned by their father, who believed that they had died in a shipwreck. The opera begins with the arrival of two men, Gernando and Enrico, who have been shipwrecked on the island. They are surprised to find the two sisters living there and are immediately attracted to them. The first movement of the opera is a lively overture that sets the tone for the rest of the work. It is followed by a series of arias, duets, and ensembles that showcase Haydn's skill as a composer. The music is characterized by its lightness and elegance, with a focus on melody and harmony. The second movement of the opera is a duet between Costanza and Silvia, in which they express their longing for their father and their desire to leave the island. This is followed by a trio between Gernando, Enrico, and Costanza, in which Gernando declares his love for Costanza and Enrico expresses his jealousy. The third movement of the opera is a quartet between Costanza, Silvia, Gernando, and Enrico, in which they discuss their plans to leave the island. This is followed by a series of arias and duets that explore the characters' emotions and motivations. The final movement of the opera is a joyful ensemble in which the characters celebrate their rescue and their reunion with their father. The music is characterized by its energy and exuberance, with a focus on rhythm and texture. "L'isola disabitata" premiered on May 6, 1779, at the Eszterháza Palace in Hungary. It was well-received by audiences and critics alike, and it remains one of Haydn's most popular operas. The work is notable for its use of simple, elegant melodies and its focus on the emotions and motivations of the characters. It is a testament to Haydn's skill as a composer and his ability to create works that are both musically and emotionally engaging.

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