figliuol prodigo, Il (The Prodigal Son)

Classification added April 19, 2022
Premiered December 26, 1880
Milan, Italy. Teatro alla Scala

Composer:

Amilcare Ponchielli
Original Language:
Italian
Librettist:
Angelo Zanardini
Description:
Opera in 4 Acts

Notes:

Based on a parable in the Gospel according to Luke. Casa Ricordi, Milan. Piano/vocal score, #46764

Time Period:

Biblical

Place:

Judea and Niniveh

Classification key

  • L – Leading
  • F – Featured
  • S – Supporting
  • B – Solo Bit
  • CB – Chorus Bit
  • MB – Mute Bit
Role Voice Part Classification
Jeftele SopranoL
Nefte Mezzo SopranoL
Azaele TenorL
Amenofi BaritoneL
Ruben BassL
Minimum Chorus: 48
Divisi: SATB