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Sir Alexander Campbell Mackenzies New Opera The Troubadour - Act 3 - Guillem and Margarida. Guillem: " The Dawn! the dawn! its brightness augurs ill, its roseate gleam is death, for we must part." Mackenzie (1847-1935) was a Scottish composer, conductor and teacher best known for his oratorios, violin and piano pieces, Scottish folk music and works for the stage. Date: 1886
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1886 Alexander Campbell Composer Dawn Drama Dramatic Lovers Mackenzie Opera Parting Romance Romantic Sorrow Troubadour Guillem Mackenzies
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Mackenzie's New Opera 'The Troubadour': A Bittersweet Love Story of Guillem and Margarida This image is taken from Act 3 of Scottish composer Sir Alexander Campbell Mackenzie's (1847-1935) opera, 'The Troubadour.' In this poignant scene, the lovers Guillem and Margarida are parting ways, with the approaching dawn symbolizing their imminent separation. Guillem, portrayed here, laments the inevitable goodbye, expressing his despair through the heartfelt words, "The Dawn! the dawn! its brightness augurs ill, its roseate gleam is death, for we must part." Mackenzie, a renowned figure in Scottish music, was celebrated for his oratorios, violin and piano pieces, Scottish folk music, and works for the stage. 'The Troubadour,' first performed in 1886, was one of his most successful operatic creations. This romantic opera, set against the backdrop of medieval Provence, tells the story of Guillem, a knight who falls in love with the gypsy girl, Margarida. Their love is forbidden, leading to a series of trials and tribulations that test their devotion to one another. This dramatic moment, captured in the photograph, encapsulates the deep emotion and sorrow that Guillem feels as he bids farewell to Margarida. The lovers' exquisite costumes, evoking the richness and grandeur of the medieval era, further enhance the romantic and theatrical atmosphere of the scene. Mackenzie's 'The Troubadour' remains a cherished work in the annals of operatic history, with its timeless themes of love, loss, and the power of human emotion resonating with audiences even today.
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