Composer

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Daniel-François-Esprit Auber

Genre

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Opera

Style

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Opera

Compose Date

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Jun 3, 1824

'Le Concert á la Cour' is an opera composed by Daniel-François-Esprit Auber, a French composer of the 19th century. The opera was composed in 1824 and premiered on February 9, 1824, at the Opéra-Comique in Paris. The libretto was written by Eugène Scribe, a prominent French playwright of the time. The plot of the opera revolves around the character of Florine, a young singer who is invited to perform at the court of King Louis XV. Florine is in love with the Count de Valmont, who is also a courtier at the king's court. However, the Count is engaged to another woman, the Marquise de Montesson. Florine is heartbroken but decides to perform at the court anyway. At the court, Florine's performance is a great success, and she catches the eye of the king. The king invites Florine to perform for him privately, and she agrees. However, the Marquise de Montesson, who is jealous of Florine, plots to ruin her reputation by spreading rumors about her. The Count de Valmont, who is torn between his love for Florine and his duty to the Marquise, tries to help Florine but is unsuccessful. In the end, Florine's reputation is restored, and she and the Count de Valmont are reunited. The opera ends with a grand finale, in which all the characters come together to celebrate Florine's success. 'Le Concert á la Cour' is a three-act opera, with a total of 22 musical numbers. The music is characterized by its lightness and elegance, typical of the French opera of the time. The opera also features a number of ensemble pieces, including duets, trios, and choruses, which showcase Auber's skill in writing for multiple voices. The premiere of 'Le Concert á la Cour' was a great success, and the opera went on to become one of Auber's most popular works. It was performed throughout Europe and was particularly popular in Germany, where it was often performed in German translation. Overall, 'Le Concert á la Cour' is a charming and entertaining opera, with a lively plot and delightful music. It is a testament to Auber's skill as a composer and his ability to capture the spirit of the French opera of the 19th century.

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