Il Guarany facts for kids

Il Guarany is a famous Italian opera with music by Antônio Carlos Gomes. An opera is like a play where all the words are sung, usually with an orchestra. This opera has four acts, which are like different parts or chapters of the story. The story, called the libretto, was written by Antonio Scalvini and Carlo D'Ormeville. It's based on a novel called O Guarani by José de Alencar.

The opera was first shown in Milan, Italy, on March 19, 1870. Il Guarany is Antônio Carlos Gomes's most successful work. It is also his only opera that is still performed regularly today.

What is Il Guarany About?

Il Guarany tells an exciting story set in Brazil. It's about a brave native warrior named Peri and his love for a Portuguese girl named Cecilia. The opera explores themes of love, loyalty, and the clash of cultures. It's known for its beautiful music and dramatic scenes.

Main Characters

The opera features several important characters who bring the story to life:

• Peri - A brave native warrior, sung by a tenor (a male singer with a high voice).
• Cecilia - A Portuguese girl, sung by a soprano (a female singer with a high voice).
• Gonzales - A Spanish adventurer, sung by a baritone (a male singer with a medium-low voice).
• Il Cacico - The chief of the native tribe, sung by a bass (a male singer with a very low voice).

Images for kids

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  Drawing for the cover of the Il Guarany libretto (undated).

See also

In Spanish: Il Guarany para niños