Hänsel and Gretel Fairy Opera Act 1 composed by Engelbert Humperdinck libretto Adelheid Wette
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Hänsel and Gretel is a delightful fairy opera in three acts, composed by Engelbert Humperdinck with a libretto by Adelheid Wette. Let me share some details about this enchanting work:...
show more- Background:
- Adelheid Wette, the sister of Engelbert Humperdinck, wrote the lyrics for some children’s songs. She then requested her brother to compose music for these lyrics.
- The opera is based on the well-known German fairy tale collected by the Brothers Grimm.
- Plot Summary:
- The story revolves around two siblings, Hänsel (a boy) and Gretel (a girl), who live in a poor household with their parents.
- The family struggles to make ends meet, and the children often go hungry.
- One day, their mother sends them into the forest to pick strawberries. However, they get lost and encounter magical and sometimes eerie creatures.
- They stumble upon a gingerbread house owned by a wicked witch who lures children with her sweet treats.
- The opera follows their adventures, including their encounter with the witch and their eventual escape.
- Musical Highlights:
- The opera features beautiful melodies, charming folk tunes, and lush orchestration.
- Notable musical moments include the “Evening Prayer” duet, where Hänsel and Gretel pray before falling asleep, and the lively “Witch’s Ride.”
- Themes:
- Childhood innocence: Hänsel and Gretel’s journey through the forest represents the transition from childhood to maturity.
- Family bonds: The siblings’ love for each other and their determination to survive together are central themes.
- Magic and wonder: The forest is filled with magical creatures, and the gingerbread house adds an element of fantasy.
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