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Der Graf von Luxemburg (The Count of Luxembourg) (original opera): Light Opera, Orchestra Accompaniment, Alto Chorus Part

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Der Graf von Luxemburg (The Count of Luxembourg) (original opera): Light Opera, Orchestra Accompaniment, Alto Chorus Part

Der Graf von Luxemburg (The Count of Luxembourg) (original opera): Light Opera, Orchestra Accompaniment, Alto Chorus Part

By Franz Lehar, Libretto by Alfred Maria Willner and Robert Bodanzky

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DER GRAF VON LUXEMBURG (The Count of Luxemburg) is a three-act operetta that tells the story of an impoverished aristocrat and a glamorous opera singer who enter into a fake marriage without ever seeing each other but later fall in love at first sight, unaware that they are already husband and wife. Much like Franz Lehar's earlier success with THE MERRY WIDOW, this operetta deals with themes of how the promise of wealth impacts love and marriage and also the contrast between the gaiety of Parisian society and Slavic seriousness. An immediate success upon its premiere in Vienna on November 12, 1909, the libretto has been translated into many languages and remains in the standard repertory until the present day, particularly in German-speaking countries. Instrumentation included in the set: 2(1dPicc).2.2.2: 4.2.3.0: Timp.Perc: Clsta: Str (4-4-3-3-3).

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Series: Kalmus Opera Library
Publisher: Keiser Productions, Inc.
UPC: 735816113919
SKU: 36-A574096
Instrumentation: 2(1dPicc).2.2.2: 4.2.3.0: Timp.Perc: Clsta: Str (4-4-3-3-3): Vocal soli (9 roles SSATTTTTB).Chorus (SATTBB)

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About the Creator

Franz Lehár revolutionized operetta in the early 20th century by infusing Viennese tradition with sophisticated harmonic language and genuinely memorable melodies. His gift for writing both intimate romantic moments and sparkling ensemble numbers established him as the master of the genre, and his influence extended far beyond the operetta stage into concert halls and popular music worldwide.

Why we love this

Lehár's second operetta triumph deserves far more programming than it receives in English-speaking countries. The score brims with memorable melody, and the central conceit (a marriage of convenience that becomes genuine love) gives singers room to shift from comic detachment to genuine tenderness, making it rewarding to stage and compelling to watch.

What to expect

Sparkling Viennese elegance shot through with romantic sincerity. The orchestration glitters with detail, the vocal lines sing with natural grace, and the story unfolds with the kind of sophisticated humor that rewards both repeat hearers and first-time audiences.

Who it's for

Choral ensembles and opera companies looking to expand beyond The Merry Widow into Lehár's deeper catalog. Alto singers in particular will find this part well-written and essential to the ensemble's sound throughout the three acts.

How to get the most out of it

  • Balance the Parisian elegance of the musical material with the Slavic weight the score carries. The orchestration supports both registers; lean into the contrast rather than smoothing it over.
  • The alto chorus part sits comfortably in the middle of the ensemble range. Use it to anchor the harmonic foundation, especially in the larger choral numbers where it supports both soprano and lower voices.
  • Ensure clear diction in whatever language you're performing. The text drives the comedy and the emotional arc; muddled words undercut both.

How to use it

Program this as part of a season that celebrates early 20th-century European operetta, or pair it with a concert of Lehár's instrumental overtures and dances if a full staging isn't feasible. It works equally well as a spring season anchor or as part of a repertory exploring marriage and social expectation in art song and opera.

Skills your students will build

  • Reading ensemble harmony in a lyric context where melody and accompaniment shift focus
  • Sustaining long legit singing lines while maintaining textual clarity
  • Tracking emotional arc across three acts and multiple choral scenes
  • Blending with soloists while maintaining the integrity of the choral part

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