Composer

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Johann Strauss II

Genre

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Opera

Style

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Operetta

Compose Date

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Oct 24, 1885

Publication Date

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1886

First Performance

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Oct 24, 1885

Average_duration

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68:45

Movement_count

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25

Movement ....

The Gypsy Baron (RV 511) is an operetta composed by Johann Strauss II, with a libretto by Ignaz Schnitzer. The operetta was first performed on October 24, 1885, at the Theater an der Wien in Vienna, Austria. The plot of The Gypsy Baron revolves around the story of a Hungarian nobleman, Count Homonay, who is in search of a suitable husband for his daughter, Arsena. Meanwhile, a gypsy named Sándor Barinkay returns to his homeland after being exiled for years. He discovers that his family's estate has been confiscated by the government, and he sets out to reclaim it. Along the way, he falls in love with Arsena, but their love is threatened by the scheming of the gypsy queen, Czipra, who has her own designs on Barinkay. The operetta is divided into three acts, each with its own set of musical movements. The first act features a lively overture, followed by a series of arias, duets, and ensembles that introduce the main characters and their motivations. The second act is marked by a series of comic interludes, including a scene in which the gypsies attempt to steal the Count's prized pig. The third act features a dramatic confrontation between Barinkay and Czipra, as well as a rousing finale in which the lovers are reunited and the gypsies celebrate their victory. The Gypsy Baron is known for its lively and tuneful music, which incorporates elements of Hungarian folk music and dance. The operetta features a number of memorable songs, including "Wer uns getraut," "Ja, das Schreiben und das Lesen," and "Als flotter Geist." Overall, The Gypsy Baron is a charming and entertaining operetta that showcases Johann Strauss II's talent for melody and orchestration. Its premiere in Vienna was a great success, and it has since become a beloved classic of the operetta repertoire.

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