Weber / Freischutz / Liebig1
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Weber / Freischutz / Liebig1
Act one, scene one : the peasant Kilian has defeated the forester Max in a shooting contest : Max is in despair
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1821 Contest Defeated Despair Forester Freischutz Kilian Opera Peasant Performed Shooting Weber
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In this image from the world of 19th-century opera, we find ourselves in the opening scene of Carl Maria von Weber's enchanting masterpiece, "Der Freischütz" or "The Marksman." The year is 1821, and the setting is a rural village where the peasant Kilian (pictured left) has just bested the village forester Max (right) in a shooting contest. The contest, a crucial event in Act One, was a test of marksmanship skills, and Kilian's victory has left Max in a state of despair. The historical significance of this scene lies in the fact that "Der Freischütz" was one of the first German operas to gain widespread popularity both in Germany and beyond. Its innovative blend of folk tales, supernatural elements, and romantic themes captivated audiences and influenced the development of the Romantic opera genre. In this photograph from Mary Evans Picture Library, we can see the intense emotion on the faces of both Kilian and Max. Kilian, triumphant and proud, holds his rifle aloft, while Max, defeated and crestfallen, leans against a tree, his head in his hands. The expression of despair on Max's face underscores the importance of the shooting contest in the larger narrative of the opera, as it sets the stage for the supernatural events that unfold in the following scenes. This photograph is a testament to the enduring power of Weber's opera and the rich history of German music and theater. It invites us to explore the intricacies of this fascinating work and to appreciate the depth and complexity of the human emotions it so vividly portrays.
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