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Glinka / Ruslan & L - 2

Setting for Act One : the castle of the Grand Duke of Kiev (Kyiv) whose daughter is betrothed to Ruslan, but he needs to sing his way through five acts before he gets her

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1842 Acts Betrothed Kiev Kyiv Opera Performed Setting Sing Glinka Ruslan

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This evocative photograph print, sourced from Mary Evans Picture Library, transports us back to the historic setting of the Grand Duke of Kiev's castle in Kyiv, Ukraine, during the mid-19th century. The image, which captures the grandeur and majesty of the castle, serves as the perfect backdrop for the renowned opera "Ruslan and Ludmila" by Russian composer Mikhail Glinka. The opera, first performed in 1842, tells the story of Ruslan, a brave hero who is betrothed to the Grand Duke's daughter, Ludmila. However, before he can claim her hand, Ruslan must sing his way through five acts filled with trials and tribulations. The castle, with its imposing towers and intricate architecture, is a fitting setting for this epic tale of love, bravery, and magic. The image invites us to imagine the opera's opening scene, with the Grand Duke's court gathered in the castle's great hall, awaiting the arrival of the hero. Glinka's "Ruslan and Ludmila" is considered a seminal work in the history of Russian opera, and its performance at the Bolshoi Theatre in Moscow in 1842 marked a turning point in the development of Russian music. The opera's fusion of traditional Russian folk music with European operatic conventions helped establish Glinka as a pioneer of Russian classical music. This photograph print offers a glimpse into the rich history of Ukrainian culture and the enduring legacy of Glinka's masterpiece. It is a reminder of the power of music to transport us to another time and place, and to stir our emotions and imaginations.

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