Freischütz, Der
Classification added December 1, 2015Premiered June 18, 1821
Berlin. Schauspielhaus
Composer:
Carl Maria von Weber
Original Language:
German
Librettist:
Friedrich Kind
Description:
Opera in Three Acts
Notes:
Text based on Apel and Laun’s “Grespensterbuch”
Time Period:
Mid-18th Century
Place:
Bohemia
Classification key
- L – Leading
- F – Featured
- S – Supporting
- B – Solo Bit
- CB – Chorus Bit
- MB – Mute Bit
| Role | Voice Part | Classification |
|---|---|---|
| Agathe | Soprano | L |
| Max | Tenor | L |
| Caspar | Bass | L |
| Aennchen | Soprano | F |
| Cuno | Bass | S |
| Prince Ottokar | Baritone | S |
| Killian | Bass | S |
| A Hermit | Bass | S |
| Samiel | Speaking | S |
| Four Solo Bridesmaids | Soprano | CB |
| Alto Solo Line | Alto | CB |
Minimum Chorus: 40
Divisi: SATB