What was Cui's first major success?
A Prisoner in the Caucasus
The Captain's Daughter
The Saracen
The Mandarin's Son
Answer
Cui's first major success was the opera "A Prisoner in the Caucasus," which premiered in 1858. The opera, based on Alexander Pushkin's poem of the same name, was a critical and popular success, establishing Cui as a leading figure in Russian music. It showcased his mastery of melody, harmony, and orchestration, and its success helped pave the way for the development of a distinct Russian operatic style.
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