Composer

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Daniel-François-Esprit Auber

Genre

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Opera

Average_duration

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04:23

'Zanetta' is an opera in three acts composed by Daniel-François-Esprit Auber. The opera was first performed on 16 May 1840 at the Opéra-Comique in Paris. The libretto was written by Eugène Scribe and Anne-Honoré-Joseph Duveyrier. The plot of 'Zanetta' revolves around the character of Zanetta, a young woman who is in love with the Duke of Mantua. However, the Duke is already engaged to another woman, the Countess of Ceprano. Zanetta's father, the innkeeper, is also in love with the Countess and hopes to win her over by helping her to marry the Duke. In the first act, Zanetta and the Duke meet and fall in love. However, their happiness is short-lived as the Duke is soon called away to war. In the second act, Zanetta's father tries to convince the Countess to marry the Duke, but she refuses. Meanwhile, Zanetta is kidnapped by a group of bandits who mistake her for the Countess. In the final act, the Duke returns from war and discovers that Zanetta has been kidnapped. He sets out to rescue her and, in the process, discovers that he truly loves her. The Countess, realizing that the Duke loves Zanetta, gives up her claim on him and allows him to marry Zanetta. The music of 'Zanetta' is characterized by Auber's signature style of light, melodic tunes and catchy rhythms. The opera features several memorable arias, including Zanetta's "Ah! Quel plaisir d'aimer" and the Duke's "Oui, j'aime en elle tout ce qui charme". Overall, 'Zanetta' is a charming and entertaining opera that showcases Auber's talent for creating catchy melodies and engaging characters. Its premiere in 1840 was well-received by audiences and it remains a popular work in the repertoire of the Opéra-Comique.

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