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Meyerbeer, Giacomo 1791-1864
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Meyerbeer, Giacomo 1791-1864
Giacomo Meyerbeer. German opera composer of Jewish descent. Despised by Richard Wagner. Date: 1791-1864
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1791 1864 Composer Descent Giacomo Jewish Meyerbeer Opera Wagner
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1. Title: Giacomo Meyerbeer, the Controversial German Opera Composer of Jewish Descent (1791-1864). This portrait captures the enigmatic figure of Giacomo Meyerbeer (1791-1864), a German opera composer of significant importance in the 19th century. Born into a Jewish family in Germany, Meyerbeer's career was marked by both groundbreaking achievements and bitter controversies, particularly with the influential figure of Richard Wagner. Meyerbeer's operatic works, such as "Robert le Diable," "Les Huguenots," and "The Prophet," showcased his innovative approach to the genre, blending elements of French grand opera and German Romanticism. His operas were celebrated for their melodic beauty, dramatic intensity, and elaborate productions. However, Meyerbeer's Jewish heritage and his success in the predominantly Christian world of European opera fueled anti-Semitic sentiments. Wagner, a prominent figure in the German music scene, was one of Meyerbeer's most vocal critics. Wagner believed that Meyerbeer's music was a corruption of the German artistic tradition and that his Jewish background made him an outsider. Despite the criticism, Meyerbeer continued to compose and produce operas, maintaining a significant influence on the development of the genre. His works were performed in major European opera houses, and he was a mentor to many young composers, including Verdi and Wagner's own son, Siegfried Wagner. This portrait, taken during Meyerbeer's later years, captures the intensity and determination of a man who defied the odds and left an indelible mark on the world of opera. Despite the controversies surrounding his personal life and his Jewish heritage, Meyerbeer's music continues to be performed and admired around the world.
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