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Le Nozze di Figaro
The Marriage of Figaro (Le nozze di Figaro), K. 492, is one of Mozart's most celebrated operas, composed in 1786. Based on a play by Pierre Beaumarchais, the opera features a libretto by Lorenzo Da Ponte. This comic opera, or opera buffa, is set in Count Almaviva’s castle in Seville and unravels over a single day. The plot centers around Figaro, the Count’s valet, and his fiancée, Susanna, who outwit the Count in his attempts to seduce Susanna. The opera is a rich tapestry of mistaken identities, disguises, and comedic situations, all while delivering sharp social commentary on class and privilege. Mozart’s music is characterized by its brilliant arias, expressive duets, and intricate ensembles, which capture the complexity of human emotions and relationships. Key highlights include the overture, Cherubino's arias, and the poignant ""Dove sono"" sung by the Countess. The opera concludes with a harmonious resolution, showcasing Mozart’s mastery of blending humor with profound human insight.
Le Nozze di Figaro
Recording Credit Attribution
Performers Ferenc Fricsay (Conductor)
Renato Capecchi (Figaro)
Irmgard Seefried (Susanna)
Dietrich Fischer-Dieskau (Il Conte di Almaviva)
Maria Stader (La Contessa)
Hertha Töpper (Cherubino)
Lilian Benningsen (Marcellina)
Ivan Sardi (Bartolo)
Paul Kuën (Basilio)
Friedrich Lenz (Don Curzio)
Georg Wieter (Antonio)
Rosl Schwaiger (Barbarina)Publisher Info. Berlin: Deutsche Grammophon, 1961. Copyright Source https://imslp.org/wiki/Le_nozze_di_Figaro,_K.492_(Mozart,_Wolfgang_Amadeus) "" From the first notes of the famous overture through to the Count’s lesson in marital fidelity, Mozart’s musical invention conveys a story in which the women are portrayed as wiser, shrewder, and more civilized than the men. ""
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