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What opera was written to celebrate the opening of the Suez Canal?
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∙ 13y ago
Ismail Pasha, Khedive of Egypt, commissioned Verdi to write the now famous Opera Aida, for performance in January 1871, paying him 150,000 francs, but the premiere was delayed because of the Franco-Prussian War. Contrary to popular belief, the opera was not written to celebrate the opening of the Suez Canal in 1869.
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∙ 13y agoAida. The composer agreed to write the opera for the opening of the Suez Canal, but failed to complete it on time.
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What was the Opera Aida commissioned for?
It was commissioned to celebrate the opening of the Suez Canal.
For what occasion was The opera Aida commissioned?
It was commissioned to celebrate the opening of the Suez Canal; it is one of Joe Green's most popular operas.
What was the opera Aida composed to celebrate?
The inauguration of the Suez Canal
Which opera was commissioned for performance in Cairo to mark the opening of the Suez Canal?
None, it is a common misconception that Verdi wrote the Opera Aida for this occasion.
Which Verdi opera was commissioned for performance in Cairo to mark the opening of the Suez Canal?
None, it is a common misconception that Verdi wrote the opera Aida for this occasion.
What is giuseppe verdi links with Egypt and the music of Egypt?
His opera Aida, which premiered in Cairo for the what many think was the opening of the Suez Canal.
When did Verdi compose 'Aida'?
It was first performed at the Khedivial Opera House in Cairo on 24th December 1871.
What is another word for prelude in an opera?
Another word for prelude would be an overture or opening of an opera.
What is the only instrument played at the opening of an opera?
piano
The opening of the opera is known as what?
I think it's called the Prelude.
What has the author Susan Sutherland written?
Susan Sutherland has written: 'Help Me, Mummy, I Can't Breathe (Human Horizons)' 'Opera' 'Opera' -- subject(s): Opera 'Opera'
What has the author Herbert Graf written?
Herbert Graf has written: 'Opera for the people' -- subject- s -: Opera 'The opera and its future in America'
