Echoes of Love: The Enduring Opera of Orpheus and Euridice

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Send us a text Description Echoes of Love: The Enduring Opera of Orpheus and Euridice in 60 Seconds. Take a minute to get the scoop! Fun Fact The first performance of Gluck’s "Orfeo ed Euridice" took place on October 5, 1762, at the Burgtheater in Vienna. This opera marked a revolutionary shift in the genre, emphasizing simplicity and dramatic expression over elaborate arias. Gluck sought to reform opera, focusing on seamless storytelling, cohesive music, and emotional impact, influencing fu...