Composer

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Johann Strauss II

Genre

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Opera

Style

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Opera

Compose Date

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1891

Publication Date

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1892

First Performance

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Jan 1, 1892

Average_duration

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3:48

'Ritter Pásmán' is an operetta composed by Johann Strauss II, with a libretto by Ludwig Dóry and Ignaz Schnitzer. The operetta premiered on January 1, 1892, at the Theater an der Wien in Vienna, Austria. The plot of 'Ritter Pásmán' revolves around the titular character, a Hungarian knight who is in love with the beautiful Countess Estrella. However, Estrella is already engaged to another man, the Count of Temesvár. Pásmán decides to win Estrella's heart by pretending to be a Turkish prince, but his plan backfires when the real Turkish prince arrives and causes chaos. The operetta is divided into three acts, each with its own set of musical movements. The first act introduces the characters and sets up the love triangle between Pásmán, Estrella, and the Count of Temesvár. The second act sees Pásmán's plan to win Estrella's heart through deception, while the third act resolves the conflicts and ends with a happy ending. One of the characteristics of 'Ritter Pásmán' is its use of Hungarian folk music, which was a popular trend in Viennese operettas at the time. Strauss incorporates traditional Hungarian melodies and rhythms into the score, giving the operetta a distinct national flavor. Another notable aspect of 'Ritter Pásmán' is its comedic elements. The operetta features a number of humorous scenes and characters, including Pásmán's bumbling servant, the Turkish prince's over-the-top antics, and the Count of Temesvár's jealousy-fueled outbursts. Overall, 'Ritter Pásmán' is a lively and entertaining operetta that showcases Johann Strauss II's skill as a composer and his ability to blend different musical styles and genres. Its premiere in 1892 was a success, and it remains a popular work in the operetta repertoire to this day.

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