Composer

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Alexandre Luigini

Genre

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Ballet

Style

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Ballet

Average_duration

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12:40

Movement_count

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4

Movement ....

Ballet Egyptien, Op. 12 is a ballet composed by Alexandre Luigini in 1891. The ballet is set in ancient Egypt and tells the story of a young prince who falls in love with a beautiful slave girl. The ballet is divided into four movements, each of which represents a different aspect of Egyptian culture. The first movement, titled "La Nuit en Egypte" (Night in Egypt), sets the scene for the ballet. The music is slow and mysterious, with a haunting melody played by the strings. The dancers enter the stage dressed in elaborate Egyptian costumes, and the audience is transported to ancient Egypt. The second movement, "La Danse des Eaux" (Dance of the Waters), is a lively and energetic dance that represents the Nile River. The dancers move in a flowing, fluid manner, mimicking the movement of the water. The music is upbeat and joyful, with a strong rhythm that drives the dance forward. The third movement, "La Danse des Etoiles" (Dance of the Stars), is a beautiful and ethereal dance that represents the night sky. The dancers are dressed in shimmering costumes that sparkle like stars, and they move in a graceful, flowing manner. The music is soft and dreamy, with a gentle melody played by the strings. The final movement, "La Danse du Pharaon" (Dance of the Pharaoh), is a grand and majestic dance that represents the power and majesty of the pharaohs. The dancers are dressed in elaborate costumes that are adorned with gold and jewels, and they move in a stately, regal manner. The music is bold and triumphant, with a strong brass section that adds to the grandeur of the dance. Ballet Egyptien, Op. 12 premiered in Paris in 1891 and was an immediate success. The ballet was praised for its beautiful music and stunning choreography, and it quickly became a favorite of audiences around the world. Today, Ballet Egyptien, Op. 12 is considered a classic of the ballet repertoire, and it continues to be performed by ballet companies around the world.

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