Schubert’s Rosamunde, Op. 26, D. 797 & The Magic Harp Overture, D. 644

“The Magic Harp“ (Die Zauberharfe), , is incidental music composed by Franz Schubert for the play of the same name. Written in 1819, it premiered in 1820 in Vienna and was first published in 1891. The overture to this work has long been associated with the Rosamunde incidental music, likely because they were first published together. “Rosamunde, Fürstin von Zypern“ (Rosamunde, Princess of Cyprus) is a play by Helmina von Chézy, primarily remembered for the incidental music that Franz Schubert composed for it. The music and play premiered at Vienna’s Theater an der Wien on December 20, 1823. The story follows Rosamunde’s attempt to reclaim her throne after being raised incognito as a shepherdess. Despite obstacles, including intrigue, marriage proposals, and assassination attempts from the governor Fulgentius, Rosamunde ultimately triumphs with the support of the Cypriots and the Cretan Prince Alfonso. Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of classica