Orfeo ed Euridice

"Orfeo ed Euridice" is an opera by Italian composer Christoph Willibald Gluck, first performed in 1762. It tells the tragic story of Orpheus, a gifted musician, who descends into the Underworld to rescue his beloved wife, Euridice, after she dies from a snake bite. Using the power of his music, he persuades Hades to let her return, but he must not look back at her until they reach the surface. Overcome by love, he falters and ultimately loses her forever. The opera explores themes of love, loss, and the power of music, featuring lush melodies and emotional depth.