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What was Cui's first opera?

  • A Prisoner in the Caucasus

  • The Captain's Daughter

  • The Saracen

  • The Mandarin's Son

Answer

Cui's first opera was "A Prisoner in the Caucasus," based on Alexander Pushkin's poem of the same name. It premiered in 1858 and marked Cui's entry into the world of opera composition. The opera showcases Cui's early Romantic style, characterized by its lyrical melodies, dramatic harmonies, and vivid orchestration.
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