Composer

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José Marín

Genre

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Vocal

Style

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Vocal Music

Average_duration

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2:29

"La verdad de Perogrullo" is a zarzuela composed by José Marín, a Spanish composer and conductor. The zarzuela premiered on January 31, 1918, at the Teatro de la Zarzuela in Madrid, Spain. The libretto was written by Carlos Arniches and José López Silva. The zarzuela is divided into three movements. The first movement is titled "La verdad de Perogrullo," which is also the title of the zarzuela. The second movement is titled "El amor es ciego," and the third movement is titled "El que la hace la paga." "La verdad de Perogrullo" is a comedic zarzuela that satirizes the Spanish society of the time. The title of the zarzuela is a Spanish expression that means "an obvious truth." The first movement of the zarzuela is a dialogue between two characters, Perogrullo and his servant, who discuss the obvious truths of life. The movement is characterized by its witty and humorous lyrics and its lively and upbeat music. The second movement, "El amor es ciego," is a romantic duet between two characters, Rosita and Juan. The movement is characterized by its romantic lyrics and its slow and melodic music. The third movement, "El que la hace la paga," is a lively and upbeat ensemble piece that features the entire cast. The movement is characterized by its catchy melody and its humorous lyrics. Overall, "La verdad de Perogrullo" is a lighthearted and entertaining zarzuela that showcases the talents of José Marín as a composer and Carlos Arniches and José López Silva as librettists. The zarzuela remains popular in Spain and is often performed in theaters and opera houses throughout the country.

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