description Der Obersteiger Overview
Der Obersteiger is an operetta in three acts composed by Carl Zeller, with a libretto by Moritz West and Ludwig Held. The work premiered in 1894 at the Theater an der Wien in Vienna and belongs to the golden age of Viennese operetta. It is best known for its musical numbers, particularly the popular aria "Sei nicht bös," which remains a staple in classical vocal repertoires.
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Who composed Der Obersteiger?
Der Obersteiger was composed by Carl Zeller. The libretto was written by Moritz West and Ludwig Held.
When did Der Obersteiger premiere?
The operetta premiered in 1894 at the Theater an der Wien in Vienna. It belongs to the golden age of Viennese operetta.
What does the title Der Obersteiger mean?
Der Obersteiger refers to a mine official or mining overseer. The title connects the operetta to the work and social setting of a mining community.
What is Der Obersteiger known for musically?
The work is remembered for its lively Viennese operetta numbers and its connection to Carl Zeller's melodic style. It is less frequently performed today than major works such as Zeller's The Bird Seller.
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