Composer

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Franz Lehár

Genre

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Opera

Style

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Opera

Compose Date

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1903

First Performance

:

1905

Average_duration

:

122:13

Movement_count

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9

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"Tatjana" is an opera composed by Franz Lehár, which premiered on December 23, 1929, at the Vienna State Opera. The libretto was written by Leo Stein and Béla Jenbach, based on Alexander Pushkin's novel "Eugene Onegin." The plot revolves around the love story of Tatjana, a young and innocent girl, and Eugene Onegin, a sophisticated and cynical man. Tatjana falls in love with Onegin at first sight, but he rejects her advances, claiming that he is not the right man for her. Later, Onegin realizes that he has made a mistake and tries to win Tatjana's heart, but she is already married to another man. The opera is divided into three acts, each with its own distinct musical style. The first act is set in the countryside, and the music is pastoral and lyrical, reflecting the innocence and simplicity of Tatjana's character. The second act takes place in St. Petersburg, and the music is more sophisticated and complex, reflecting the urban and cosmopolitan atmosphere of the city. The third act returns to the countryside, and the music is more dramatic and intense, reflecting the tragic ending of the story. Lehár's music is characterized by its melodic richness and emotional depth. He uses a variety of musical forms, including arias, duets, and ensembles, to express the different moods and emotions of the characters. The orchestration is also varied and colorful, with a wide range of instruments used to create different textures and effects. Despite its musical and dramatic qualities, "Tatjana" was not a commercial success and has rarely been performed since its premiere. However, it remains an important work in Lehár's oeuvre and a testament to his skill as a composer of operatic music.

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